United States
Census projections show Electoral College shift
Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 20:00 UTC · 1 source
Fox News reports that Democrats could lose up to 14 net Electoral College seats following the 2030 Census due to population shifts favoring Republican-leaning states. The projections show Florida gaining 2 seats, Texas gaining 3, Idaho gaining 1, and Utah gaining 1. Meanwhile, California would lose 3 seats, New York would lose 1, Illinois would lose 2, and Rhode Island would lose 1. These changes would significantly impact future presidential elections by shifting electoral power toward states that have recently voted Republican.
Key Details
Projected gains: FL +2, TX +3, ID +1, UT +1
Projected losses: CA -3, NY -1, IL -2, RI -1
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Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 20:00 UTC · First reported: 3h ago