Election Day Preview: Can Harris Save Dems?
Democrats Pin Hopes on VP as Senate Hangs in Balance
With just days to go before the midterm elections, Democrats are pinning their hopes on Vice President Kamala Harris to help them retain control of the Senate. Harris has been a key surrogate for Democratic candidates in recent weeks, and her popularity could help boost turnout among key demographic groups, such as Black voters and young people.
However, Republicans are also hoping to make gains in the Senate, and they are counting on a strong performance from their own candidates, such as Mehmet Oz in Pennsylvania and Herschel Walker in Georgia. The outcome of the Senate races is likely to have a major impact on the Biden administration's agenda, as well as on the balance of power in Washington.
Key Races to Watch
There are a number of key Senate races to watch on Election Day. In Pennsylvania, Republican Mehmet Oz is challenging Democratic incumbent John Fetterman in a race that is considered to be a toss-up. In Georgia, Republican Herschel Walker is challenging Democratic incumbent Raphael Warnock in another race that is considered to be a toss-up.
In Arizona, Democratic incumbent Mark Kelly is facing a challenge from Republican Blake Masters. In Nevada, Democratic incumbent Catherine Cortez Masto is facing a challenge from Republican Adam Laxalt. And in Wisconsin, Democratic incumbent Ron Johnson is facing a challenge from Republican Mandela Barnes.
Impact on Biden's Agenda
The outcome of the Senate races is likely to have a major impact on the Biden administration's agenda. If Democrats are able to retain control of the Senate, they will be able to advance their legislative priorities, such as passing climate change legislation and codifying abortion rights.
However, if Republicans are able to gain control of the Senate, they will be able to block Biden's agenda and launch investigations into his administration.
Balance of Power
The balance of power in Washington is also at stake in the Senate races. If Democrats are able to retain control of the Senate, they will be able to maintain their narrow majority and continue to set the agenda. However, if Republicans are able to gain control of the Senate, they will be able to block Democratic legislation and launch investigations into the Biden administration.
The outcome of the Senate races will have a major impact on the future of American politics. Democrats are hoping that Harris can help them retain control of the Senate, while Republicans are hoping to make gains and block Biden's agenda.
