That’s up from 593 GOP candidates in 2017, when Democrats had an astounding 937 candidates at the same point. This time, based on the latest data, more Republicans are running than Democrats -- with 874 total candidates compared with Democrats' 842. “More than 100 House Republicans have called it quits since President Trump took office. Trump’s popularity has grown since his impeachment acquittal and the GOP candidates are running as unapologetic Trump enthusiasts, even in must-win swing districts, too. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP“I think people are jumping in the game because of President Trump,” she said.

Source: Fox News February 21, 2020 14:03 UTC