In the battle for control of the House of Representatives, New York and California are expected to play a pivotal role with at least 13 competitive races between the two states. The catch is that both states could be slow to report final results, especially in close races.

In New York, at least six House races are looking highly competitive in the state’s First and Fourth Districts on Long Island, and in the 17th, 18th, 19th and 22nd Districts upstate. New York's Third District, which spans Long Island and a portion of Queens, could also be competitive if Republicans outperform expectations.

Democrats are looking to retake seats they lost in 2022, and they have dedicated significant resources and the attention of party leadership, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-NY, barnstorming the........

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