The balance of power in the US House of Representatives hangs in the balance as all 435 seats faced election this year. Current tallies show Republicans holding 197 seats while Democrats sit at 188, with a total of 218 needed for control. With results still pending in several key races, both parties are closely watching the outcomes that could determine who leads Congress for the next two years. As the nation awaits final results, the stakes remain high for both Republicans and Democrats.