As the battle for the Senate intensifies ahead of Election Day, Democrats and Republicans are investing in long-shot races on the edges of their battleground map. Races in states like Texas, Florida, Nebraska, and Maryland are being closely watched, with candidates raising significant funds and running aggressive campaigns. Democrats are focusing on issues like state abortion bans and ballot measures to boost their chances, while Republicans are emphasizing border security and painting their opponents as socialists.
In Texas, Democratic Rep. Colin Allred is challenging GOP Sen. Ted Cruz, while in Florida, former Democratic Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell is challenging GOP Sen. Rick Scott. Both races have seen substantial ad spending, with Democrats hoping to flip the seats in traditionally red states. In Nebraska, independent candidate Dan Osborn is challenging Republican Sen. Deb Fischer, running a campaign focused on standing up for small businesses and working families.
Despite efforts by both parties, these races are still not as competitive as others in states like Montana, Ohio, Michigan, Arizona, and Pennsylvania. Recent polling has shown some movement in favor of Democratic challengers, but Republicans are confident that they can maintain control of these Senate seats.
In Maryland, former Gov. Larry Hogan is hoping to pull in crossover voters to challenge Democratic candidate Angela Alsobrooks. Despite Hogan’s popularity, Alsobrooks is leading in the polls, with Democrats hoping to retain control of the Senate seat. Overall, as Election Day approaches, both parties are ramping up their efforts in these key Senate races, with the outcome still uncertain.
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