The Virginia Republican who defeated then-House Majority Leader Eric Cantor two years ago thinks Sen. Tim Kaine, Hillary Clinton’s vice presidential running mate, is vulnerable to a similar challenge in 2018.

“It’s a great message; in theory, I won,” Rep. Dave Brat told reporters Wednesday. “I already won the election. I’m just $20 million shy of a Senate run.”

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