San Antonio – On Newsmax’s The Record With Greta Van Susteren, Conservative Political Action Conference chairman Matt Schlapp offered his outlook on several pivotal U.S. Senate contests just days before the November midterm elections. Schlapp, a longtime ally of President Donald Trump, highlighted three races he believes will favor the candidates he supports.

Texas: Paxton Expected to Defeat Talarico

Schlapp said Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton is poised to win the Texas Senate seat against Democrat James Talarico. He noted Paxton’s strong backing from President Trump, whose endorsement helped Paxton secure the Republican nomination after a runoff against Sen. John Cornyn in May. Schlapp argued that Cornyn’s loss of support among Trump’s base underscores the power of the President’s endorsement in Texas politics.

A University of Houston poll conducted Oct. 10‑14 showed Talarico leading Paxton 48% to 46%. Schlapp dismissed the poll as an outlier, emphasizing that the Republican base’s enthusiasm for Paxton remains high and that the final days before Election Day could shift the numbers.

Maine: Collins Likely to Hold Seat

Turning to New England, Schlapp predicted that Republican Sen. Susan Collins will retain her seat against Democrat Troy Jackson. He pointed to Collins’ longstanding appeal to Maine voters and suggested her moderate record could help her overcome the competitive polling in the race.

Ohio: Brown’s Message Resonates with Working‑Class Voters

In the Midwest, Schlapp expressed confidence that Democrat Sherrod Brown will defeat Republican Sen. Jon Husted. He argued that Brown’s focus on working‑class concerns continues to resonate in Ohio, giving him an edge despite the state’s recent Republican gains in other contests.

Schlapp also raised concerns about the Republican Senate outlook in South Carolina, noting that former Sen. Darrell Graham may be a weaker nominee than Rep. Ralph Norman, who defeated Graham in the August runoff.

Uncertainty Remains Until Election Day

While optimistic about these individual races, Schlapp acknowledged that control of the U.S. Senate remains uncertain. He warned that the final 72 hours before the election could prove decisive, urging voters to stay engaged and turn out at the polls.

Schlapp’s predictions reflect the broader confidence among many conservatives that the Trump‑backed candidates will perform strongly in key battleground states, reinforcing the administration’s emphasis on a robust, working‑class‑focused message as the nation heads to the polls.

Original reporting: KTSA News/Talk (San Antonio) — read the source article.