The Washington Post reports that, “Republicans are increasingly nervous they could lose control of the Senate this fall as a potent combination of a cratering economy, President Trump’s handling of the pandemic and rising enthusiasm among Democratic voters dims their electoral prospects.”
That’s right -- Republican senators like Susan Collins, who have gone all-in on Trump for his entire presidency, are now starting to see that bet turn sour.
But some top Republicans are telling their donors not to worry -- and that, since 90% of Americans approve of the CARES Act, Republicans can just take credit for the massive relief effort while downplaying the damage Trump has caused.
Will that tactic work to stop Democrats from retaking the Senate? Right now, The Cook Political Report’s Senate editor gives Republicans a 50% of keeping control. With odds that close, we’ll need you:
