In those same states, Democratic Senate candidates hold the same or even greater leads over the Republican incumbents. "The fundraising advantage has allowed Democrats to expand the map and make even safe Republican seats competitive this cycle. Graham, for instance, told CNN that Harrison's big fundraising fundraising haul in the last quarter was "very impressive," but predicted there would be "backlash" against his Democratic rival. Privately, McConnell has voiced frustration at some members of the Washington establishment for failing to increase its fundraising for Republican senators. "Money isn't everything, but Trump is proving to be an anchor around the necks of even the safest Senate Republicans," Eberhart said.

Source: CNN October 12, 2020 21:45 UTC