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.
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.
