Senate Rankings: Eight GOP Seats at Risk Ahead of Midterm Elections

The Hill · first seen 13.08.2026

With 85 days until the midterms, new analysis shows eight Republican Senate seats in play due to Trump's low approval, Iran war frustration, and economic pressures.

Eight GOP Senate seats are currently viewed as vulnerable by Democrats.
Factors driving the shift include Trump's sinking approval, Iran war frustration, and rising prices.

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