Map Shows Democrats' Chances in Key Senate Races With 98 Days to Midterms
Summary
With less than 100 days before the 2026 midterm elections, Democrats face a tough challenge to win control of the U.S. Senate. Polls show close races in states like Alaska, Maine, North Carolina, and Texas, but Republicans currently hold a Senate majority and are favored to keep control.Key Facts
- Republicans currently hold a 53-47 majority in the Senate.
- Democrats are targeting Republican-held seats in Maine and North Carolina as key opportunities to flip the Senate.
- Republicans are aiming to win Democratic-held seats in Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, and New Hampshire.
- President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped amid concerns about the economy and inflation.
- Recent polls show Democrats leading in the generic ballot by 8 to 11 points.
- Prediction markets currently give Republicans a 55-56% chance of keeping control of the Senate.
- Alaska has been a Republican state since 1964, but Democrat Mary Peltola’s candidacy has raised hopes for Democrats there.
- Democrats need to win seats in states with strong Trump support to gain a Senate majority.
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