The race for Montana’s U.S. Senate seat is heating up as the 2024 election cycle reaches its climax. With the majority in the Senate hanging in the balance, Republican efforts to take control of the chamber are intensifying, led by Sen. Steve Daines, chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC).
In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Daines revealed that the ground game in Montana is one of the most intense and far-reaching he has seen in many election cycles. The race pits Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy against three-term Democratic Sen. Jon Tester, with recent polls showing Sheehy leading by eight percentage points.
Despite the lead in the polls, Daines emphasized the importance of continuing to energize the get-out-the-vote efforts until Election Day. The Montana race is expected to be the most expensive Senate race on a per-vote basis, reflecting the high stakes involved.
Former President Trump’s endorsement of Sheehy earlier this year and a recent visit to Bozeman have contributed to the shift in polling in favor of the Republican candidate. The electorate in Montana has shifted towards the GOP in recent years, with Tester being the only Democrat holding a statewide office in the state.
Daines highlighted the national implications of the Montana Senate race, stating that the outcome will decide the future of the United States Supreme Court, the circuit courts, and important policy issues such as the Trump tax cuts. With just a one-seat flip needed to shift the Senate majority to the Republican Party, the race in Montana has significant implications for the nation.
As the election approaches, both parties are ramping up their efforts to secure victory in what is shaping up to be a closely watched and highly contested race. Stay tuned for more updates as the battle for control of the Senate unfolds.
