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8 stories on Senate Elections. For each one: what the left says, what the right says, and what both agree on. RSS feed
- Deep-Red Senate Seats in Mississippi, South Carolina Suddenly in Play
Oct 29, 2026
Left: An Epstein survivor's ad hitting Hyde-Smith for blocking the full release of case files is resonating because voters across the spectrum want transparency on that issue, not partisan cover.
Right: Hyde-Smith's and Graham's underlying positions remain defensible: Hyde-Smith supports transparency on Epstein files that can legally be released while protecting victims, and her vote was a procedural one, not an endorsement of secrecy.
- GOP Super PAC Abandons Trump-Backed Candidate in NC Senate Race
Oct 3, 2026
Left: The pullback signals that even Republican strategists reading internal polling no longer see a path for Whatley in a state Trump carried three times, underscoring how far the national political environment has shifted against the GOP this cycle.
Right: Reallocating resources to more competitive races like Kansas, where Democrats are mounting a surprisingly strong challenge, reflects disciplined, efficient use of limited campaign dollars rather than an admission of defeat in North Carolina.
- Two Dan Sullivans on Ballot: Dirty Trick or Legit Candidacy?
Aug 19, 2026
Left: Alaska's supreme court reviewed the eligibility question and ruled the second Dan Sullivan qualified to appear on the ballot, suggesting the legal process worked as designed.
Right: Senator Dan Sullivan and his allies argue the second candidate's identical name is a deliberate tactic designed to siphon votes and confuse the electorate, not a coincidence.
- GOP Abandons North Carolina, Retreats to Defend Deep-Red Kansas
Oct 3, 2026
Left: The pullback in North Carolina reflects Roy Cooper's durable popularity and a broader national environment souring on Republicans amid frustration over inflation and the Iran conflict.
Right: Reallocating resources to Kansas is a pragmatic, disciplined decision to protect the Senate majority rather than a sign of panic, since the super PAC's explicit job is maintaining control of the chamber.
- Harris Backs 'Socialist' El-Sayed in Pivotal Michigan Senate Race
Sep 17, 2026
Left: Harris's endorsement and campaign appearance reflect a broader Democratic push to unify the party after a contentious primary that exposed divisions over issues like U.S. support for Israel.
Right: El-Sayed is described by Republican opponent Mike Rogers as a 'Democratic Socialists of America darling,' portraying him as too extreme for Michigan voters.
- Socialist Democrats Win Senate Primaries in Deep-Red Oklahoma, Florida
Aug 26, 2026
Left: Nixon's win in Florida and Thomas's win in Oklahoma reflect grassroots enthusiasm for candidates focused on healthcare access, economic justice and canceling medical debt over establishment-backed favorites like Alex Vindman.
Right: Democratic primary voters in deep-red states like Oklahoma nominating avowed socialists hands Republicans an easy opportunity to nationalize the fall campaign around socialism as an electoral liability.
- GOP Senators Sound Alarm as Kansas, Nebraska Turn Competitive
Sep 22, 2026
Left: Rising energy prices tied to Trump's military conflict with Iran are fueling economic anxiety that is driving traditionally red-state voters toward Democratic candidates.
Right: Republican senators are candidly acknowledging that rising gas and energy prices, exacerbated by the conflict with Iran, are creating real political headwinds even in reliably conservative states.
- Graham Survives 'America First' Challenge Despite GOP Anti-Establishment Push
Jun 12, 2026
Left: Graham's $27 million spending spree demonstrates how establishment politicians use massive war chests to overwhelm grassroots challengers and maintain their grip on power
Right: Graham successfully defended conservative principles against a fractured 'America First' movement that lacks the organization and unity needed to challenge experienced leaders