Democrats Secure First Senate Seat of the Night
The Democrats flipped their first Senate seat of the night. Our national political correspondent, Shane Goldmacher, explains why this wasn’t a surprise, and why it’s one of at least four seats the party needs to win to secure a majority in the Senate.
Why This Flip Wasn't Unexpected
As previously mentioned, this outcome wasn't a shock. The data and trends pointed towards a Democratic victory in this particular seat.
Remember that, in light of the above, securing a majority in the Senate hinges on winning at least four additional races.