US midterm elections 2026 live: Democratic lead grows in Mississippi Senate race as Republican blame game begins
Posted by PolicyWire
Scott Colom’s narrow lead over Cindy Hyde-Smith matters because a close Mississippi Senate race could add to the picture of Democratic gains in the 2026 midterms. The Republican blame game and mapped losses may also shape how both parties interpret the results and adjust their policy strategies. What has stood out most to you in the early results?