Democrats were projected to win at least 208 House seats and Republicans 215 seats as of Friday. A party needs 218 seats in order to have the majority.

Republicans had secured 216 seats as of Tuesday night, two short of a majority. Will two of Trump’s appointments make the already slim majority even slimmer?

The Senate, or upper chamber, and the White House have already flipped to Republicans - meaning the new president-elect could have significant power after he is sworn in on 20 January 2025. Control of the House will give Republicans the ability to initiate spending legislation and launch impeachment proceedings against officials.