Friends, I've got some important news that I had to share right away: A new GOP opponent just entered the race in Ohio to defeat me and turn the Senate red.

With polls already showing us neck and neck, I need your grassroots support to help me pull ahead and win. So please, will you split $5 right now between me and Kirsten Gillibrand to win this race and keep the Senate blue?

I’ll be honest: This is going to be my toughest reelection yet. Experts are saying this could be one of the most competitive – and expensive – races of next year. If I’m going to win in a state that voted for Trump twice, I need to build the strongest grassroots team possible, starting today.

So please, will you split $5 or more between me and Kirsten Gillibrand – everything you can spare before tonight's rapid-response deadline – to help me win in Ohio and keep the Senate blue?

Your support means the world – especially during these critical moments.

Thank you,

Sherrod