Fundraising Frenzy and Scrutiny Roil Key Races as FISA Wake Looms

Democrats post blockbuster fundraising in Senate races, led by Roy Cooper’s NC haul ($13.8M) over Michael Whatley ($5M), with large cash cushions that boost a top Democratic target; meanwhile two Florida House members facing Ethics Committee probes—Cory Mills and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick—see weakened fundraising and debt buildup. Across the Hill, the House targets a highway bill with EV fees, FISA reauthorization battles heat up amid AI-surveillance concerns, and Senate GOP Leader Thune calls for winding down the Powell probe. Additional big hauls include Mark Kelly’s $13M and James Talarico’s $27M, underscoring a robust fundraising cycle and possible 2028 implications.