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GOP Senate Seats Most at Risk in 2028 After Democrats' Blue Wave
Democrats flip key GOP Senate seats in 2028 after midterms.
In brief
Democrats flip key GOP Senate seats in 2028 after midterms. Democrats have the best chance to flip three Republican Senate seats in 2028: Chuck Grassley of Iowa, Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, and Ted Budd of North Carolina. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Midterm Results Reshape Senate Landscape
Democrats won control of the U.S. Senate and House with surprising flips in traditionally Republican states including Texas and South Carolina.
Three GOP Senate Seats at Risk in 2028
Democrats stand the best chance of flipping Chuck Grassley of Iowa, Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, and Ted Budd of North Carolina.
Chuck Grassley's Vulnerability
Grassley, 93 years old, faces re-election in 2028 and represents Iowa where Democrats flipped the Senate seat this year.
Ron Johnson's Narrow Win
Johnson won re-election in 2022 by a 1 percentage point margin and may retire due to a tough 2028 campaign.
Ted Budd's Competitive Seat
Budd won his seat in 2022 with 50.5 percent of the vote and faces a tough 2028 race in North Carolina.
Other Vulnerable GOP Seats
Lisa Murkowski in Alaska, Jerry Moran in Kansas, and Ashley Moody in Florida face potential Democratic flips in 2028.
What Happens Next
Vulnerable senators may focus on affordability and the economy while distancing themselves from unpopular national party policies.
The bottom line
Democrats have the best chance to flip three Republican Senate seats in 2028: Chuck Grassley of Iowa, Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, and Ted Budd of North Carolina.
