Republicans fear losing Senate majority due to Trump's remarks about Harris
Photo: Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) (Getty Images)
Advisers and leading figures of the Republican Party are concerned that former US President Donald Trump is reducing their party's chances of regaining a majority in the Senate due to his sharp attacks on his Democratic opponent, Kamala Harris, informs The Hill.
One of the leading Republican leaders, Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), urged Trump to tone down his "showman" streak at rallies and speeches. The senator advises the presidential candidate to focus on voters in key states, particularly on issues like the economy, taxes, and border security, which would help maintain an advantage over the Democrats.
Republican Party representatives fear that Trump's current drop in ratings could signal a further decline in the party's ratings this fall. They believe this could jeopardize their chances of regaining a Senate majority and retaining the majority in the House of Representatives.
Republican lawmakers think that Trump's personal attacks on Harris could influence undecided voters ahead of the election. Some Republican Party members are confident that other congressional candidates might find themselves in an uncomfortable position when they have to answer voters' questions about Trump's harsh remarks.
Harris continues to lead over Trump
After Biden dropped out of the presidential race, his place as the Democratic Party's candidate was taken by current Vice President Kamala Harris. The head of the White House made a statement in support of her candidacy for the upcoming presidential election.
After nearly a month of active campaigning among her voters and supporters, the Democratic Party candidate already holds a 5% lead over former US President Trump.
Harris also maintains her lead in nearly all key states, and according to the latest polls, 48% of Americans find her candidacy more appealing than Trump's (41%).
