Forecasters move key Senate races toward Democrats before midterms
Forecasters are increasingly shifting Senate contests in Democrats' favor, with 22 days left until the midterm elections.
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What happened
Forecasters have increasingly moved Senate races toward Democrats as the fight for control of the chamber heats up less than a month before Election Day. Midterm polls also show tightening races in Oregon and Washington, which are shaping up to be tighter than expected.
Why it matters
The race for control of the Senate is heating up. Election Day is 22 days away.
Timeline
- Oct 11, 5:00 PM ET: Midterm polls showed tightening races in Oregon and Washington, which were shaping up to be tighter than expected.
- Oct 12, 6:00 AM ET: Forecasters increasingly moved Senate races toward Democrats less than a month before the election.
Coverage
- The Senate races most likely to flip less than a month from Election Day (The Hill)
- Who’s Winning the Race for Congress? (The New York Times)
- Midterm polls show tightening races in Oregon and Washington (koin.com)
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