How many seats do Republicans need for the majority?
Six
which kind of Republicans launched a campaign against challengers?
Establishment
What did the Tea Party do in 2010 and 2012?
Knocked off several establishment-backed candidates.
Which man is referred to as a "Firebrand?"
Steve Stockman
who did he run against?
John Cornyn
in which state were they running?
Texas
did he win?
Yes, Cornyn did
How much did Stockman lose by?
More than 40 points
Who is speaker of North Carolina
Thom Tillis
did he win or lose his primary?
He won
did he have a run off election?
No
who will he run against in the main election?
Kay Hagan
is this her first time running for office?
No
What president did Ben Sasse work under?
Bush
Who endorsed him?
Ted Cruz
anyone else?
Yes
who?
Sarah Palin
any groups?
Yes
is he expected to win his contest?
Yes