Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifts Alaska and South Carolina Senate races in favor of Democrats

Sabato’s Crystal Ball moves Alaska Senate race to ‘leans Democrat’

Sabato’s Crystal Ball, an election handicapper based at the University of Virginia, has shifted its race rating for the Alaska Senate race to be more optimistic for Democrats. The outlet moved the race to “Leans Democrat” from “Toss-up,” showing that polling data and other indicators are increasingly suggesting former Rep. Mary Peltola (D-Alaska) could topple…

Oct 6, 2026

Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifts Alaska and South Carolina Senate races in favor of Democrats

Two more Senate races shifted toward Democrats, according to Sabato’s Crystal Ball ratings published Tuesday, signaling Republicans’ uphill battle in maintaining power in Washington. The Alaska race, where Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) faces a challenge from Democrat Mary Peltola, moved from “Toss-up” to “Leans Democrat.” The South Carolina race, which features Republican Darline Graham Nordone […]

Oct 6, 2026