Wisconsin Senate candidates Ron Johnson and Mandela Barnes both on the attack in final Senate debate

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Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson and Democratic Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes meet Thursday night at Marquette University's Varsity Theatre for the final debate in Wisconsin's contentious Senate race as polls show Johnson opening up a lead in the contest.

With just 26 days until the election, the debate is likely to touch on the candidates' differing views on abortion. Both men have painted their opponent as extreme on the issue. Questions about crime and inflation are also on the table.

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WTMJ-TV (Channel 4) is leading the event. A number of local channels will also have the broadcast.

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This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Ron Johnson, Mandela Barnes go on attack in final Senate debate