Midwest Senate Races Tighten
Voters in Iowa and Kansas decide two competitive Senate contests as Democrats seek four net seats to control the chamber.
By Yuna Patel ·
President Donald Trump campaigned in Iowa and Kansas on the weekend before the election.
Approximately 50 million Americans have already cast their ballots. The president visited both states to address the competitive Senate races there.
In Kansas, Republican incumbent Roger Marshall faces Democrat Adam Hamilton. The state has not elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate in nearly 100 years. New York Times polling indicates a five-point lead for Hamilton. Marshall released a closing argument video on Sunday to defend his medical practices, which drew criticism during the campaign. His staff opposed the release, fearing the video might cause more damage than benefit.
In Iowa, the contest remains close. Trump discussed the physical appearance of Republican candidate Ashley Hinson. He stated that he had known her for a long time and noticed she was heavier in the past. The president said she understood the importance of the race and underwent a regimen to get into shape. He added that she is now in perfect shape and asked him not to bring up the topic.
Democrats require a net gain of four seats to regain control of the Senate. Both parties consider the outcomes in Iowa and Kansas valuable for that effort.
Source: KMOV
