Montana Democrat Alani Bankhead remains in Senate race
The Hill · August 11, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
Democratic Senate candidate Alani Bankhead announced she will not withdraw from the race to succeed retiring Senator Steve Daines, a Republican. Bankhead's decision may complicate the prospects for Independent candidate Seth Bodnar against GOP nominee Kurt Alme.
Why it matters
The outcome of this Senate race could impact the balance of power in the U.S. Senate.
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What does this story change?
The outcome of this Senate race could affect the balance of power in the U.S. Senate. If Bankhead remains in the race, it may hinder Independent candidate Seth Bodnar's ability to compete against GOP nominee Kurt Alme.
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