Democrats have fresh hope to win back Senate – could they really pull it off?
Democrats are optimistic about regaining control of the Senate in the upcoming midterm elections. They need to maintain their current seats and flip four others, with key targets including North Carolina, Ohio, Maine, and Alaska. Factors such as Trump's declining approval ratings and recent successes in special elections contribute to their hopeful outlook.
- ▪Democrats need to keep their existing seats and flip four to regain control of the Senate.
- ▪Key targets for Democrats include North Carolina, Ohio, Maine, and Alaska.
- ▪Trump's approval rating has plummeted, providing favorable conditions for Democrats.
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Democrats would need to keep their existing seats and flip four to regain control of the Senate – but a host of factors gives the party hope. Illustration: Guardian Design/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenDemocrats would need to keep their existing seats and flip four to regain control of the Senate – but a host of factors gives the party hope. Illustration: Guardian Design/Getty ImagesUS SenateDemocrats have fresh hope to win back Senate – could they really pull it off?North Carolina, Ohio, Maine and Alaska are key targets for a party bullish after a bruising Republican primary in TexasRachel LeingangSat 30 May 2026 06.00 EDTLast modified on Sat 30 May 2026 06.02 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAfter Texas Republicans chose the beleaguered attorney general, Ken Paxton, as their…
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