Scoop: NRSC begs for $9M to defend three red seats

The National Republican Senatorial Committee is asking for $8.9 million in additional funds to defend Senate seats in Alaska, Iowa, and Ohio, according to a memo obtained by Axios. The request highlights Republican headwinds: $1.2M for Alaska, $4.2M for Iowa, and $3.5M for Ohio, where Democrats lead or are competitive in polling.