Here are the Republicans backing Democratic candidates in the midterms

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National Headlines September 30

National Headlines September 30

A number of Republicans have come out in support of Democratic candidates ahead of the November elections, as control of both chambers of Congress is up for grabs.

A former governor, a GOP election official and a former Senate candidate are among the small but growing list of Republicans who have crossed the aisle to endorse their party’s opposition. Some Republicans who won’t go as far as to endorse the Democrats are voicing frustration and sometimes opposition to GOP candidates. 

There is at least one high-profile example of a Democrat backing a Republican: Outgoing Democratic Rep. Jared Golden (Maine) is supporting Rep. Mike Lawler (N.Y.) in his reelection fight.

But in general, there are more examples of Republicans backing Democrats this cycle a,id President Trump’s sinking approval ratings. Democrats are widely expected to win back the House majority and are now seen as having a chance to win the Senate majority.

Here are some examples.

Former Kansas Gov. Bill Graves

Graves endorsed Democrat Adam........

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