High-Stakes House Races in Battleground States to Watch in Nov. 5 Elections

Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives are defending a slim majority in the upcoming Nov. 5 elections. Key races to watch include California's Central Valley, Washington, Oregon, Arizona, Nebraska, New York suburbs, Maine, and Pennsylvania. Democrats need to flip just five seats to regain control of the House.

Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives are defending a slim majority in the Nov. 5 elections. Key battlegrounds include California, where water access is a critical issue, and Washington, where voters face a choice between moderates and far-right candidates.

In California's 13th district, Republican John Duarte faces a tight rematch against Democrat Adam Gray. In the 22nd district, David Valadao takes on Rudy Salas. Washington's 3rd district sees conservative Democrat Marie Glusenkamp Perez defending against Joe Kent, a far-right candidate.

Oregon's 5th district features a clash between Republican Lori Chavez-DeRemer and Democrat Janelle Bynum. In Arizona, David Schweikert and Juan Ciscomani defend their GOP-held seats. Nebraska's 2nd district sees Don Bacon against Tony Vargas. New York, Maine, and Pennsylvania also have critical races, all pivotal for control of the House.

(With inputs from agencies.)