Republican majority in House shrinks to one vote after Texas special election.

After a special election in Texas, Democrat Christian Menefee was sworn in, cutting the GOP's margin to one vote and giving the U.S. House of Representatives a Republican majority of 218–214. With Republicans facing a crucial vote on a funding compromise to end the partial government shutdown, the change puts more pressure on Speaker Mike Johnson to remain united. Any Republican defections could prevent party-line legislation, which would need possible Democratic support, as there is only a one-vote buffer. Following the resignation of one Democratic representative and the deaths of two others, the chamber's dynamics may be further impacted by impending special elections.