Seven races that could determine control of the House
Democrats are riding high after a recent spate of special election wins and improving polling results, but the House majority remains firmly up for grabs in November. Republicans need to flip just five seats this year to recapture control of the lower chamber. And while both parties have staked out their respective offensive and defensive opportunities, there are a handful of races that could offer hints about how election night might shake out. Here are seven races that could determine which party controls the House. NY-19
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