2027: INEC lists 35 candidates for Taraba Senate elections
The senatorial contests come amid significant political realignments in Taraba State following the defection of Governor Agbu Kefas and two of the three serving senators from the PDP to the APC. The post 2027: INEC lists 35 candidates for Taraba Senate elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Republicans are pouring millions of dollars into last-minute ads to rescue three red-state Senate candidates they claim ignored warnings of impending challenges. Senate contests in Kansas, South Carolina, and Mississippi are typically considered Republican strongholds, yet this year, resources have been redirected from competitive battlegrounds to defend these incumbents.
The criticism targets Senators Roger Marshall (Kansas), Darline Graham (South Carolina), and Cindy Hyde-Smith (Mississippi), who have been accused of arrogance and inefficiency in their campaigns. National GOP insiders blame these senators for taking their races for granted, failing to raise sufficient funds or mobilize supporters.
Senate Republicans, including Tim Scott, warned incumbents as early as February 2025 to focus on competitive races, yet Marshall raised only $7.5 million against $19 million from his Democratic rival. Hyde-Smith, similarly, has raised less than $7 million despite significant opposition spending. Democrats are targeting these incumbents in a wave of discontent over President Trump's policies.
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