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Senate control is a coin flip — and Democrats’ path runs through Trump Country

Senate control hinges on Democrats competing in Trump-won districts, signaling high-stakes electoral uncertainty.

Context

What happened: With six days until Election Day, the fight for Senate control is rated a toss-up in the final Fox News Power Rankings, with Democrats needing gains in states Trump won in 2024. Key numbers: Republicans hold the Senate 53-47. Forecast has Democrats favored in 48 seats, Republicans in 47. Why it matters: Republicans are defending slim majorities against midterm history and a climate shaped by inflation, an unpopular war with Iran and negative approval ratings, while Democrats must flip Trump Country seats to win the chamber.

What changed

With six days until Election Day, the fight for Senate control is rated a toss-up in the final Fox News Power Rankings, with Democrats needing gains in states Trump won in 2024.

Why it matters

Republicans are defending slim majorities against midterm history and a climate shaped by inflation, an unpopular war with Iran and negative approval ratings, while Democrats must flip Trump Country seats to win the chamber.

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