SENATE RACE

Nov 03 2024POLITICS

Who's Ahead in the Swing States?

In the final days before the election, a poll by Siena College and The New York Times has shown some interesting shifts in the swing states. Kamala Harris is leading Donald Trump in Nevada, North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Georgia. But Trump is ahead in Arizona. The poll, released on Sunday, surveyed over 7, 800 likely voters in seven key states. It has a margin of er...

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Angela Alsobrooks: Aiming High in Maryland's Senate Race

In Maryland, Angela Alsobrooks is making waves in the U. S. Senate race. With a solid background in public service, she's breaking barriers as a Black woman running for this important seat. A recent poll shows she's leading her Republican opponent, former Governor Larry Hogan, by a significant margin. Alsobrooks has served as Prince George's County State’s Attorney a...

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

The Ohio Senate Race: A Tsunami of Money and Misinformation

Ohio's 2024 Senate race is the priciest in the nation, with nearly $500 million spent on ads. The battle between incumbent Democrat Sherrod Brown and Republican Bernie Moreno is the talk of the town. Political experts worry that this flood of cash, especially from anonymous donors, could drown the democratic process. They point out that ads aren’t always truthful, an...

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

McCormick's Hedge Fund Days: A Controversial Senate Race Spotlight

In Pennsylvania, the race for a U. S. Senate seat is heating up. Republicans and Democrats are investing millions in ads to sway voters. One Republican hopeful, Dave McCormick, is facing criticism due to his past as the head of a hedge fund called Bridgewater Capital. This fund is well-known for its intense work culture. A recent ad by his Democratic opponent, Sen. B...

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Michigan Senate Race: EVs Spark Debate

Mike Rogers, a former Republican representative, is making electric vehicles (EVs) a hot topic in his campaign for the Michigan Senate. He's criticizing Democrat Elissa Slotkin and the Biden administration for promoting EVs, claiming they want to force everyone to drive electric cars. Slotkin, however, is walking a tight rope. She supports investing in EVs but insist...

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Oct 19 2024POLITICS

The Mystery Behind Tim Sheehy's Gunshot Wound

A new report from The New York Times has stirred up fresh questions about a gunshot injury claimed by Montana Republican Senate candidate Tim Sheehy. Sheehy, a former Navy SEAL, says he got the wound during a 2012 firefight in Afghanistan. But two new sources cast doubt on his story. A former SEAL who served with Sheehy told the Times that Sheehy never mentioned the ...

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Congressman Grills Senator Cruz in Lively Debate

Democratic Rep. Colin Allred, a former NFL linebacker, gave Texas Sen. Ted Cruz a run for his money during their Senate race debate on Tuesday. Allred wasn't afraid to use some sharp one-liners, labeling Cruz's podcast as "entertainment disguised as news" and his focus on trans issues as a distraction from his unpopular abortion stance. Allred didn't mince words whe...

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Ohio Senate Race: Moreno Promises Change, Brown Stands Firm

The race for Ohio's Senate seat is heating up as Republican candidate Bernie Moreno challenges Democratic incumbent Sherrod Brown. Moreno argues that Ohioans have been "hoodwinked" by Brown and promises a different approach if elected. With a business background, Moreno vows to serve only two terms and then return to the private sector, unlike Brown who has been in o...

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Oct 14 2024POLITICS

Senate Races Heat Up: Republicans Eye Gains with Election Near

With just a few weeks until the big election day, the fight for key Senate seats is intense. Republicans are hoping to flip the upper chamber and need to win some tight races to do so. Currently, Democrats have a small edge with 48 seats and three independents who side with them. There are 49 Republicans. Political experts have different ideas about the outcomes. 27...

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Montana's Ticket-Splitters: A Senate Majority in the Balance

In the heart of Montana, a unique political dance is happening. Union carpenter Tim Combo, like many others, is planning to vote for both Democratic Senator Jon Tester and Republican former President Donald Trump. This split-ticket strategy could play a crucial role in deciding whether Democrats keep their slim Senate majority. Tester, a seasoned Democrat, is facing...

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