Senate Control Contested in Key Battlegrounds

As the November 5 election approaches, over $2.5 billion is expected to be spent on Senate races, with key battlegrounds in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Montana accounting for more than $1 billion alone. The Ohio race is poised to break spending records, while Montana's contest is set to become the most expensive on a per-vote basis. Republicans aim to gain two seats to secure a majority, with West Virginia likely in their favor, while Democrats are focusing efforts in Texas to try to unseat Sen. Ted Cruz. Both parties are heavily investing in ads that portray their opponents as extreme, with strategic reallocations of resources based on perceived vulnerabilities. The election will test the resilience of incumbents and the strength of both parties in traditionally Democratic strongholds like Wisconsin and Michigan. This cycle's spending reflects a highly competitive atmosphere that could reshape the Senate landscape significantly.