CNN's political analyst Harry Enten warns Democrats about challenging gubernatorial landscape in 2026. Current projections show Republicans holding significant advantage with 26 governors likely tilting GOP compared to Democrats' 20. Republicans already maintain a narrow 26-24 gubernatorial seat lead, potentially expanding their control. Historical trends suggest midterm elections rarely favor the president's party, creating additional headwinds for Democratic candidates. The analysis indicates Republicans may not just maintain but potentially increase their gubernatorial control. This projection comes amid Democrats' longest stretch without majority governorships since 1910, highlighting a persistent structural challenge for the party's state-level political power.
