Democrats lead in five Republican-held Senate seats ahead of US midterms
Polling shows Democrats gaining ground in key battlegrounds as the November 3 midterm elections approach.
At a glance
- Democrats leading in five Republican-held Senate seats
- New polling shows party strength in key battlegrounds
- Elections scheduled for November 3
Democrats are demonstrating significant strength in Senate races ahead of the November 3 US midterm elections, according to new polling data. The party is leading in five seats currently held by Republicans, suggesting potential gains in key battleground states.
The polling comes in the final days before voters head to the polls for the midterm elections.
Why it matters
Senate control is at stake in midterm elections, which typically determine the balance of power in Congress for the remainder of a presidential term.
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