Republicans retain control of the House: NBC News projections

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Republicans will maintain control of the House of Representatives, NBC News now projects.

The GOP is seen taking 235 seats to the Democrats' 200, according to NBC's House Model.

Republicans were widely expected to hold the House and create a policy buffer in a possible Hillary Clinton presidency.

Some believed the Democrats could have a chance to seize control of the chamber amid the peak of Donald Trump's woes in early October, but those chances looked to vanish as the presidential race tightened.

Still, the Republicans face questions despite retaining control. House Speaker Paul Ryan's leadership could be challenged.