Democrats Target Five More Trump-Won Districts for 2024 Midterms

Party grows bullish about flipping the House as they add new pickup opportunities.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is expanding its midterm map to include five more districts that former President Trump won in 2024. The new targets are in Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, South Carolina, and Virginia - all districts Trump won by 13% or less. The additions come after Democrats were buoyed by a string of off-year overperformances and victories in 2025, giving the party new hopes of netting the three seats they need to flip the House in the fall.

Why it matters

Flipping the House is a key priority for Democrats in the 2024 midterms, as it would give them control of the chamber and the ability to block Republican legislation. By targeting districts Trump narrowly won, the party is betting that a combination of anti-Trump sentiment and their own momentum can help them make inroads in traditionally Republican-leaning areas.

The details

The DCCC is adding Colorado's 5th Congressional District, Minnesota's 1st Congressional District, Montana's 1st Congressional District, South Carolina's open 1st Congressional District, and Virginia's 5th Congressional District to their list of target pickup opportunities. The organization said these districts were all won by Trump by 13% or less in the 2024 presidential election.

  • The DCCC announced the new target districts on February 10, 2026.

The players

Suzan DelBene

Chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.

Hakeem Jeffries

Potential future Speaker of the House if Democrats flip control.

Mike Marinella

Spokesman for the House Republican campaign arm.

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What they’re saying

“Democrats are on offense, and our map reflects the fact that everyday Americans are tired of Republicans' broken promises and ready for change in Congress.”

— Suzan DelBene, DCCC Chair (The Hill)

“Going into the midterms, Democrats have the winning message, top-tier candidates, and the public on our side, paving the way for a new Democratic House Majority under the leadership of a Speaker Hakeem Jeffries.”

— Suzan DelBene, DCCC Chair (The Hill)

“Democrats can daydream about 'expanding' the House map all they want, but reality keeps smacking them in the face.”

— Mike Marinella, Spokesman, House GOP campaign arm (The Hill)

What’s next

The DCCC's expanded target list will be a key focus as the 2024 midterm elections approach, with both parties vying for control of the House of Representatives.

The takeaway

The Democratic Party is growing increasingly bullish about their chances of flipping the House in the 2024 midterms, targeting several districts that former President Trump narrowly won in 2024. This aggressive strategy reflects the party's confidence in their message, candidates, and momentum heading into the crucial election cycle.