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Source: Axios

With one month until Election Day, some big GOP spenders are giving up on North Carolina and prioritizing other states. Why it matters: It's a sign that Republicans believe Michael Whatley can't win and that the seat will flip to Democrats, who need four pickups to regain control of the Senate.Driving the news: Several key Republican super PACs have canceled October ad campaigns in North Carolina as polls show Whatley several points behind former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper.By the numbers: Last month, Republicans spent $53 million on North Carolina's Senate race, while Democrats spent $44 million, the firm AdImpact tracked.PACs backing the candidates had reserved ads totaling over $33 million for each candidate in October.Yes, but: That calculation was made on Thursday. The latest: On Friday, Senate Leadership Fund said it would redirect money meant for Whatley, Semafor and other national outlets reported. It's a major blow for the campaign. Senate Leadership Fund dropped $17 million on North Carolina in September, nearly a third of Whatley's total, according to AdImpact analysis. The PAC paid for the misleading ad that tied Cooper to a South Carolina murder suspect's release from prison, The News & Observer reported. What they're saying: Whatley campaign...