Inflation is spiking. The stock market dropped more than 1,200 points Tuesday. President Joe Biden’s approval rating is in the low 40s. More than 30 of their colleagues have retired or announced runs for other offices. The weight of history is against them.

Yet top House Democrats have returned to Washington after a month-long break with a new line – not only will they hold onto their razor-thin majority, but they’re going to pick up seats.

Seriously. They’re saying this. …

We spoke to Pelosi twice on Tuesday. Once, as Pelosi entered her office, she responded, “Yes, indeed,” when asked if Democrats would win seats in November.