Moran opens lead on Tiahrt

The latest poll on the Senate primary between Reps. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Todd Tiahrt (R-Kan.) shows Moran opening up a statistically significant lead over his House colleague.

Previous polls have been within the margin of error, but Moran leads the latest SurveyUSA poll 38-32. Many voters remain undecided, but Moran seems to have gained ground in the polls while winning the fundraising battle as well.

Moran raised more than $520,000 in the second quarter, while Tiahrt raised slightly less than $400,000. Moran also began with more money from his House account and holds a substantial advantage in cash on hand.

The primary, for now at least, is the de facto general election for Sen. Sam Brownback’s (R-Kan.) seat. Brownback is running for governor.