Trump ally Sen. Tim Scott’s new mission to help incoming president: ‘increase the majority’

Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina has big plans for the 2026 elections as the incoming chair of the Senate Republican campaign committee. His goal is simple: to increase the Republican majority in the Senate.

After his fellow GOP lawmakers elected him to lead the National Republican Senatorial Committee for the next two years, Scott expressed his passion for ensuring that President-elect Trump has a strong Republican majority in the Senate for his full four-year term.

In a recent interview with Fox News Digital, Scott outlined his strategy, stating that they will focus on defending current seats while also expanding the map to increase the majority brought about by Trump’s recent victory.

The 2026 electoral landscape provides opportunities for Republicans to flip seats in key battleground states. Democratic Senators Jon Ossoff of Georgia, Gary Peters of Michigan, Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire, Mark Warner of Virginia are up for re-election, presenting potential targets for the GOP.

In addition to targeting these states, Scott mentioned that they may also look at New Mexico and Minnesota, where Trump was competitive in the last election.

However, Republicans will also need to play defense in states like Maine, where Sen. Susan Collins is up for re-election, and North Carolina, where Sen. Thom Tillis is also facing a tough battle.

Scott emphasized the importance of unity within the party and hinted at a potential family conversation to determine the best course of action in competitive Republican Senate primaries. He expressed his desire to increase the current 53-seat majority to 55 or even more.

As a top fundraiser for the Republican party, Scott is well aware of the importance of having the resources necessary to win key races. He called on President Trump to actively participate in the 2026 Senate contests by campaigning, fundraising, and engaging with voters.

The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee will also be gearing up for the 2026 elections, with potential leadership changes on the horizon. Despite their successes in the 2022 and 2024 cycles, Senate Democrats are preparing to reclaim the majority in the next election.

With Scott at the helm of the NRSC, Republicans are gearing up for a competitive and strategic campaign to secure and expand their majority in the Senate. As the political landscape evolves, both parties are preparing for a fierce battle in 2026.