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The rivals for Senate clashed in a debate that was heavy on policy and light on issues of character. Follow along with our reporters for updates and analysis.

The party is paying far more for TV ads than Democrats on the exact same programs. The reasons are tied to Republicans’ reliance on super PACs.

In their only debate, Representative Tim Ryan and J.D. Vance pushed their campaign messages, focusing often on the economy and China. #campaignmessages #vance #vanceryandebate #ohio #jd #timryan

The contest, in a onetime swing state that has become increasingly Republican, is more competitive than many political observers expected.

Here’s what you need to know at the end of the day.

As Mandela Barnes and Ron Johnson stand locked in a 48-49 Senate race, independents could decide the election — but only 33% of them voted in the last midterm.

"I would say we need new leaders in Washington up and down the ballot," said Rep. Angie Craig, a House Democrat in a close midterm race in Minnesota.

Control of the U.S. Senate is at stake in the Nov.

By Moira Warburton

Some Republican Senate candidates reportedly attended fundraisers in Washington, D.C. in an effort to raise more money.