Taft was not as popular as his predecessor, Theodore Roosevelt,[citation needed] but won with Roosevelt's backing, and his Republican Party lost only a handful of seats to the opposition Democrats. Without any striking national issues, the Republicans were able to remain in control. Regional issues led to some changes in House membership, but new Democrats who were elected by dissatisfied industrial workers were balanced out by new Republicans who gained seats in districts with a strong middle class presence.
Incumbent died April 7, 1908. New member elected November 3, 1908. Democratic gain. Successor was also elected the same day to the next term; see below.
Incumbent died March 8, 1908. New member elected November 3, 1908. Democratic hold. Successor was also elected the same day to the next term; see below.
Incumbent died September 30, 1908. New member elected November 3, 1908. Republican hold. Successor had already been elected to the next term; see below.
Incumbent died June 12, 1908. New member elected November 3, 1908. Republican hold. Successor was also elected the same day to the next term; see below.
Incumbent died June 26, 1908. New member elected November 3, 1908. Republican hold. Successor was also elected the same day to the next term; see below.
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