It is now official. Republicans have won the House of Representatives. According to Decision Desk HQ, the GOP will hold at least 218 seats following yet another race called in their favor.

Decision Desk HQ projects Republicans have won a majority in the U.S. House with at least 218 seats.

Final count pending calls in 14 outstanding races.#DecisionMade: 6:13pm EST

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— Decision Desk HQ (@DecisionDeskHQ) November 15, 2022

Nancy Pelosi has been dethroned. The seat that pushed Republicans over the finish line was in California’s 3rd district, won by Kevin Kiley, who has been an outspoken fighter against Gavin Newsom in the state.

Decision Desk HQ projects Kevin Kiley (R) wins election to the U.S. House in California’s 3rd Congressional District.#DecisionMade: 6:13pm EST

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— Decision Desk HQ (@DecisionDeskHQ) November 15, 2022

Looking at the outstanding races left, it is probable that the GOP will reach at least 220 seats and may end up with as many as 222. Lauren Boebert in CO-3 is currently leading and is simply waiting on the “curing” period to end. Other races in California that seem probable to go Republican include Mike Garcia’s seat.

This isn’t the outcome Republicans expected, but it is something. Winning is better than losing, and with winning comes the ability to dictate committee assignments, floor votes, and investigations. There are going to be a lot of entertaining things happening over the next two years. Buckle up and enjoy the show.