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Thune says Republicans won't concede toss-up Senate races in 2026
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Key Points:
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune predicts Republicans will outperform polls and maintain their narrow 53-47 Senate majority despite challenges in key races and shifting campaign resources.
- Several Senate contests, including in Kansas, North Carolina, and Georgia, have tightened or become more competitive, prompting GOP-aligned groups to reallocate funds to races with better chances of success.
- The Senate Leadership Fund recently shifted significant funding from Georgia and North Carolina to Kansas, signaling concerns about incumbent Republican candidates' prospects in those states.
- Thune emphasizes the importance of voter turnout, particularly among low-propensity and Trump-aligned voters, as critical to winning close races and securing the Senate majority.
- Despite some setbacks, Thune remains optimistic that Republicans will outperform polling data on Election Day due to underrepresented GOP support in current surveys.
