"Nauseously optimistic": Anxious House Democrats brace for midterm Election Day

House Democrats are bracing for Tuesday's midterm elections with 'nauseously optimistic' feelings, as polls point to a decisive victory but fears of polling errors persist. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) said the phrase captures last-minute jitters. Democrats are targeting dozens of Republican-held seats, including districts Trump won by 10-20 points in 2024, with new spending in retiring Rep. Elise Stefanik's district.