Several Republican figures and strategists have issued "dire warnings" to their own party in late 2025, primarily concerning a recent special election result in Tennessee, internal divisions, and the overall strategy for the 2026 midterm elections.  Tennessee Republican Congressman Tim Burchett highlighted the party's razor-thin majority in the House, stating, "We're literally three people away from losing the majority". He emphasized that low voter turnout and apathy in such races could have dire consequences.