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The midterm battle for power in the states

Republicans are on defense in governor and state legislative races.

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Dems optimistic about Senate as GOP remains confident in Trump’s baseTrump is counting on loyal supporters to carry the party to victory, urging them to cast their vote as if he were “on the ballot.”

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