South Carolina Moves to Toss-up in Senate Race

New polling indicates a dead heat between Democratic challenger Annie Andrews and Senator Darline Graham in South Carolina, with both candidates at 48% in the latest survey. The race has shifted from a Lean R to a Toss-up status in the latest Fox News Power Rankings.

The president is set to visit South Carolina to support Graham in the Upstate region, where she underperformed in her primary runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman. This move highlights the close nature of the race and the importance of key battleground areas.

The Senate remains a toss-up with six states still in play for the majority. A strong Democratic performance could result in a 54-seat majority, while a strong Republican showing could secure control with up to 52 seats. The outcome hinges on voter turnout and preferences in these key states.

The latest rankings show that the House is also in flux, with Democrats projected to gain up to 54 seats if they win most of the toss-up races. The party is favored in 48 Senate seats, while Republicans hold the lead in 46. The vice president’s tie-breaking vote means the Senate could be controlled by either party depending on the final results.

The shift in South Carolina reflects broader trends in the midterms, where Democrats have strong advantages on key issues like inflation and gas prices. However, the presence of a conservative electorate in some states means the Senate race remains highly competitive.