Poll shows Daines with sizable lead over Democratic, independent challengers

By: Micah Drew

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: February 24, 2026

Words: 749

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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Incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, who was the first candidate to file for election this month, has a substantial lead against potential challengers to his senate seat, according to a new poll.

American Pulse Research & Polling, a Republican-leaning firm, released a statewide survey on Monday that looked at potential matchups for Daines, who is seeking a third term this fall.

Against both the leading Democratic candidate Reilly Neill, and Seth Bodnar, …

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