House battleground districts emerge as 2024 election reshapes political landscape

The 2024 election has reshaped the House map, creating new battleground districts, especially in areas with large Latino populations. This shift occurred just four years after redistricting aimed to create safe seats for both parties. Republicans now have fewer representatives in districts won by Vice President Kamala Harris, dropping from 18 to three. Meanwhile, the number of Democrats in Trump-won districts has increased from five to 13, indicating a significant realignment. Several previously safe Democratic seats are now competitive, with notable shifts in districts like New Jersey's 9th and California's 25th. The overall trend shows a battleground map expanding in favor of Republicans, complicating the landscape for Democrats.