Bernie Moreno Leads Polls in Ohio Senate Race

Incumbent Senator Sherrod Brown is facing a competitive challenge from Republican Bernie Moreno in the Ohio Senate race, with recent polls indicating Moreno has taken a lead for the first time. An ActiVote poll shows Moreno at 51.1% compared to Brown's 48.9%, while a separate survey by RMG Research has him leading 48% to 46%. Both leads are within the margin of error, highlighting the tightness of the race. Moreno's support appears to be bolstered by former President Donald Trump's popularity in Ohio, where Trump leads Vice President Kamala Harris by 11 points. Brown has traditionally garnered significant support from urban and female voters, but Moreno seems to appeal to rural and suburban demographics. The race is pivotal as it could influence control of the Senate, which currently has a narrow Democratic majority.