24 competitive West districts, with mixed voting patterns, could determine U.S. House majority.

The U.S. House majority could hinge on toss-up seats in the West, where 24 competitive districts are located despite the region's smaller population. Two-thirds of these are crossover districts, with mixed voting patterns from the 2020 election. Key figures include Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola and Washington Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, both moderates who resist party pressures. Their success may determine the balance of power in Congress as they navigate diverse voter interests.

September 27, 2024
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