Why the Kansas Senate Race Is Surprisingly Competitive

At a rally in Kansas on Monday, President Trump looked to boost Republican Sen. Roger Marshall in his reelection bid. Marshall faces a surprisingly close race with his Democratic challenger, Pastor Adam Hamilton. The contest has drawn national attention as a potential bellwether for the midterms. William Brangham discusses the Senate race with Jared Cerullo of PBS Kansas, the host of the weekly current affairs show 'Kansas Week.' They analyze the factors making the race competitive, including local dynamics and national political trends. This segment provides an in-depth look at a race that could have implications beyond Kansas. PBS News offers daily, breaking, and live news coverage, and is home to the PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show.