With Rep. Yadira Caraveo, D-Colo., conceding her seat Sunday to Republican state Rep. Gabe Evans in a race that had remained too close to call, Republicans are one seat from the required 218 to retain the majority.

Republicans lead in five of the remaining nine races that are too close to call, according to the latest vote tallies.

Decision Desk HQ, without having officially called the House majority, gives Republicans an 80.5% chance to officially secure at least 218 seats and a 19.5% chance for Democrats. Current projections forecast a slim House majority that Republicans would hold a five-seat edge 220-215.

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