elections for the United States House of Representatives were held on 5 November 2002 , in the middle of President George W. Bush 's first term . Although it was a midterm election under a Republican president , the Republican Party gained a net eight seats , solidifying their majority . Some speculate that this may have been due to increased support for the President 's party in the wake of the September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
2002 United States House of Representatives elections