RNC chair pushes back after Carville predicts GOP ‘wipeout’ in 2026 midterms

Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville predicted a political "wipeout" for Republicans in the 2026 midterm election. 

Republican National Committee Chairman Joe Gruters rejected the forecast and said Republicans can defy history and retain control of both chambers.

Carville argued Democrats could pick up dozens of seats in the House and would likely regain control of the Senate. Some Democratic strategists are warning that the party faces serious long-term challenges, particularly beyond the next election cycle.