Orman will be in the cat bird 's seat and plans to use it big time to try to get one of the parties to agree to an agenda he supports . GOP candidate Pat Roberts holds a 49 - 48 % lead over independent Greg Orman . The polls suggest Roberts is gaining support among rank - and - file Republicans . The result could hinge on how many Republicans turn out to vote .
GOP candidate Pat Roberts holds a 49 - 48 % lead over independent Greg Orman . The polls suggest Roberts is gaining support among rank - and - file Republicans . The result could hinge on how many Republicans turn out to vote .