From Newsweek · · 1m
Flanagan vs Tafoya: 3 factors for GOP Senate win
Minnesota's Senate race could flip to Republicans with three key factors.
In brief
Minnesota's Senate race could flip to Republicans with three key factors. Republicans have a chance to win Minnesota's Senate seat due to the open seat, shifting Cook Political Report ratings, and controversies around Democratic politicians. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Senate seat open
Minnesota's Senate seat is open after Senator Tina Smith retires on January 3.
Cook Political Report shift
The Cook Political Report shifted Minnesota's race to Republicans two weeks before midterms.
Democratic controversies
Welfare fraud scandals and immigration investigations hurt Democratic politicians in Minnesota.
Flanagan's advantages
Peggy Flanagan has name recognition as lieutenant governor and Smith's endorsement.
Tafoya's strengths
Michele Tafoya has name recognition as a former sports broadcaster.
Republican challenges
Republicans lack money, organization and infrastructure compared to Democrats.
What happens next
Minnesota voters will decide November 3 on which party controls the Senate.
What it means
Republicans have a chance to win Minnesota's Senate seat due to the open seat, shifting Cook Political Report ratings, and controversies around Democratic politicians.
