<P> Howell Cobb Democratic </P> <P> Linn Boyd Democratic </P> <P> Elections to the United States House of Representatives for the 32nd Congress were held at various dates in each state from August 5, 1850 (Iowa and Missouri) to November 4, 1851 (Louisiana and Mississippi). The Democrats gained 17 seats, increasing their majority relative to the Whigs, who lost 22 seats . </P> <P> Whig President Millard Fillmore, who had gained the presidency after the death of Zachary Taylor, grew increasingly unpopular . The election saw sectionalism and slavery continue to emerge as major issues . </P>

Who controlled the house of representatives in 1850