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How does the House work?
The House of Representatives has 435 members, with seats allocated to states based on population. Members serve two-year terms. While the story focuses on potential Democratic control, it's worth noting that the party that wins the most seats doesn't always win the most votes nationwide, due to the way districts are drawn.
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