Tim Sheehy Defeats Jon Tester in Montana Senate Race

Republican Tim Sheehy has defeated incumbent Democratic Sen. Jon Tester in Montana's 2024 Senate race, a critical win for GOP efforts to regain Senate control, particularly following a significant upset in Ohio. Sheehy's campaign, bolstered by substantial financial backing, marked one of the most expensive races in the nation, with over $243 million spent. Tester, who had held his seat since 2006, faced an uphill battle due to Montana's shifting political landscape and his controversial votes, including those related to former President Trump. Meanwhile, in Missouri, Democrat Maggie Nurrenbern has won a competitive race for Senate District 17, succeeding Lauren Arthur, who was term-limited. Nurrenbern previously served in the Missouri House and has advocated for taxation reforms and gun regulations. In North Dakota, Republican Rep. Kelly Armstrong is vying for the governorship, continuing the state's longstanding Republican dominance, with elections outcomes still unfolding.