8 House races shift in Democrats’ favor: Sabato’s Crystal Ball

Election handicapper Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifted eight House races in the direction of Democrats on Wednesday, underscoring seven weeks ahead of the November midterm elections that the number of competitive districts is growing. Two races shifted from “leans Republican” to “toss-ups” in the handicapper’s ratings — the open seat in Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District, and another unspecified race.