Washington Examiner: 2020 results set Republicans up for success in 2022 and beyond
Despite the presidential race being called for Democrat Joe Biden, November’s elections set up Republicans well for 2022 and beyond. President Trump remained competitive enough in the battleground states to help down-ballot Republicans across the finish line.
In other cases, Republicans such as Sen. Susan Collins of Maine were able to run well ahead of Trump to defy pollsters and hold onto their seats.
"Republicans might not be happy over the presidential election, but we are poised to take back the House and are likely going to do very well with redistricting,” said GOP strategist Ron Bonjean.
“Additionally, the party was able to attract a sizable amount of Hispanic and Latino voters as well."
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WNU Editor: A lot can happen in 2 years. The pandemic should be over by then, and the focus will probably be on the economic recovery. If the economy is booming, Democrats may well be positioned to win a few seats. The US Senate will also be a tough year for Republicans. 20 Republican seats are up for election vs. 13 for the Democrats (see here). The Pennsylvania seat held by Republican Senator Pat Toomey is at risk .... he is also retiring.
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