# Democrats Gain Momentum in the Race for Senate Control

https://mins.news/en/item/27436

- Bloomberg News, 2026-08-20 15:00 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-08-20/democrats-gain-momentum-in-the-race-for-senate-control?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a87167cc69d29000181afe4

> Mary Peltola’s strong showing is boosting Democratic hopes of taking control of the Senate.

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