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Five contests deemed very close in states with significant Jewish populations.

While the 2020 election has been understandably focused on the presidential race, control of the Senate will be crucial as the Republican Party is looking to hold onto its majority amid races that could determine which party holds the upper chamber.

Were Democrats to net the needed three seats (with former U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden in the White House, as his running mate, Kamala Harris, would be president of the Senate and break ties) or four seats (without the aforementioned scenario), this could affect U.S. policy on issues relevant to the Jewish and pro-Israel community.

Below are five of the dozen Senate races that have been deemed close in states with significant Jewish populations. Read more at JNS