In a sign that Democrats are going on offense, the party’s campaign arm has added five Republican-held seats to its list of potential pickups for 2026.

On Wednesday, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee announced that California’s 48th, Florida’s 15th, North Carolina’s 3rd and 11th, and Texas’ 35th Congressional Districts are now officially on its radar.

“The DCCC is confident we can win anywhere, and we are full speed ahead while Republicans are running scared,” DCCC Chair Rep. Suzan DelBene of Washington said in a statement. “House Democrats have the better message, stronger candidates, and as the data shows, the American people are on our side.”

Democrats are feeling emboldened after sweeping wins in November’s elections and a surprisingly strong showing in a recent specia

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