Sabato's Crystal Ball Initial Ratings for 2022 Senate Election
January 28, 2021
Sabato's Crystal Ball is out with its initial ratings for the 34 seats to be contested in the 2022 midterm Senate elections. Republicans will be defending 20 seats, Democrats 14. However, the number of competitive seats is small and roughly split between the two parties. This means another closely-contested battle for control is on the horizon.
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Sabato's Crystal Ball Initial Ratings for 2022 Senate Election
Another tight battle for control appears on tap in the 2022 midterms
