Scoop: Senate Republicans fear Mississippi is in play
Summary
Senate Republicans are worried about losing some seats this election, including in states like Mississippi, South Carolina, and Kansas, which have voted Republican for decades. They are increasing their campaign spending to support vulnerable Republican senators and protect their Senate majority.Key Facts
- Mississippi, South Carolina, and Kansas are becoming competitive Senate races for Republicans.
- Mississippi hasn't elected a Democratic senator in 44 years, Kansas in 94 years, and South Carolina in 28 years.
- Republicans are boosting spending, including millions of dollars in TV ads, to support their candidates.
- Democrats are investing money in key races, like $1.2 million in Mississippi.
- Some Senate Republicans, like those in Florida and South Dakota, face less concern.
- The National Republican Senatorial Committee raised $31.4 million in one month but took a $20 million loan for campaign expenses.
- Senate Leadership Fund has $155 million in cash but has spent or reserved $169 million in ads since October 1.
- President Trump’s super PACs have promised to spend $400 million before the election.
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