A new poll shows a major shift in the Ohio Senate race as Republican candidate Bernie Moreno has taken a slim lead over longtime Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown.
The latest Morning Consult poll reveals Moreno with 47% support among likely voters, edging out Brown by one percentage point, who now stands at 46%. This represents a notable shift from the previous poll, conducted in mid-September, which had Brown leading by two points. This could have significant implications for the balance of power in the U.S. Senate, as Brown has long been considered a crucial Democratic incumbent in a state that has leaned increasingly red in recent years.
If Brown were to lose his seat, it would further weaken Democrats’ ability to retain control of the Senate in 2024. The Ohio race has drawn national attention, especially as the Republican Party seeks to capitalize on Brown’s vulnerability. Moreno, a businessman with strong ties to the GOP, has gained momentum in the past few months, tightening the race in a state that has proven to be pivotal for both parties. […]
📊 OHIO Senate: @MorningConsult
🟥 Bernie Moreno: 47%
🟦 Sherrod Brown: 46%Last poll (9/18) – 🔵 Brown +2
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#107 (1.9/3.0) | 10/6-15 | 1,243 LV pic.twitter.com/FLvuZgKSKE— InteractivePolls (@IAPolls2022) October 17, 2024
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