Summary
New polling data suggests that the Democratic Party has improved its chances of gaining control of the U.S. Senate, leading in four crucial races. The party is ahead in three Republican-held states and one Democratic-held state, which could impact the current Republican majority.
Key Facts
- The Democratic Party is leading in Senate races in Maine, Alaska, North Carolina, and New Hampshire.
- In Maine, Democrat Graham Platner is ahead of GOP Senator Susan Collins by 7 points.
- In Alaska, Democrat Mary Peltola is slightly ahead of Republican Senator Dan Sullivan.
- In North Carolina, Democrat Roy Cooper leads Michael Whatley by 8 points.
- In New Hampshire, Democrat Chris Pappas has a narrow lead over Republican John Sununu.
- Republicans currently have a 53-seat majority in the Senate, with 35 seats contested in upcoming elections.
- Winning the Senate would give Democrats more power to oppose President Trump's policies.
- Recent successes in special elections have bolstered Democratic momentum.
