A recent poll shows Republican Tim Sheehy leading incumbent Democratic Senator Jon Tester in Montana’s Senate race, prompting a shift in predictions from a toss-up to leaning Republican. This comes as the GOP sees an opportunity to flip the Democrat-held seat, particularly with the state’s history of voting Republican in presidential elections.
A group called ‘Montana Together’ is offering college athletes in Montana payments in exchange for promoting Sen. Jon Tester’s re-election campaign. The offers, ranging from $400 to $2,400, have sparked controversy and accusations of unethical practices. Tester’s campaign claims to have no knowledge of the group’s actions, while Republicans are using the incident to highlight Tester’s support for transgender athletes in women’s sports.
The Montana Supreme Court’s decision to strike down a law restricting abortion access for minors has ignited a heated debate in the state’s closely watched Senate race. Democratic incumbent Jon Tester supports the ruling, while Republican challenger Tim Sheehy criticizes it, highlighting the issue’s central role in the campaign.
A political battle has erupted in Montana after the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) criticized Democratic Senator Jon Tester for driving a Prius, leading to a heated response from Tester and accusations of being out of touch with Montana values.
Democratic Senator Jon Tester of Montana has reversed his previous opposition to the Laken Riley Act, a bill named after a college student who was murdered by an illegal immigrant. Tester’s change of heart comes as he faces a tough re-election battle and amid increasing pressure to strengthen border security. Despite previously helping to block the measure, Tester now claims that his support stems from the concerns of Montana law enforcement officials.
A Montana man named Anthony James Cross has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison for leaving voicemail messages threatening to kill Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Tester and his family. The threats occurred amidst a rising trend of violence against public officials in the United States.
