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Democrats Hold Edge in 2026 Midterms as Trump Approval Hits Record Low
politics5 days ago

Democrats Hold Edge in 2026 Midterms as Trump Approval Hits Record Low

With 34 days left until the 2026 midterm elections, Democrats hold a significant advantage in both the House and Senate, driven by voter dissatisfaction with rising prices and President Trump's record-low approval ratings. While Republicans possess a substantial financial edge, their candidates face a turnout crisis among 'reluctant Republicans' and a persuasion problem among independents. Key Senate races in Texas, Ohio, and Alaska are trending toward Democrats, while the House majority appears increasingly secure for the Democratic Party.

via The New York Times|
#2026-midterm-elections#campaign-spending#politics
politics7 days ago

Democrats target deep-red districts to secure Jeffries' speakership

House Democrats are aggressively spending in deep-red districts to build a robust majority, aiming to empower presumptive Speaker Hakeem Jeffries and avoid the gridlock that plagued Republicans. The party has added eight new battlegrounds, including Kansas and Texas, to its target list, investing over $73 million in areas Trump won by double digits. This strategy seeks to neutralize internal divisions between progressives and moderates, ensuring Jeffries can govern without making costly concessions to either flank, as he prepares to lead a 'big tent' caucus in November.

via Politico|
#2026-midterms#campaign-spending#congressional-strategy
politics27 days ago

NC Senate Race Heightens GOP Worries as Whatley Trails Cooper

Republicans are increasingly anxious about North Carolina’s Senate race as Whatley trails Democrat Roy Cooper in the polls; despite big outside money from SLF and MAGA Inc. and a Trump visit planned, party insiders warn that the high-cost media markets, unaffiliated-voter dynamics, and a tough environment could make it hard to close the gap before November.

via Politico|
#campaign-spending#michael-whatley#north-carolina
Minogue Bets on a $2 Billion War Chest to Oust Healey
politics1 month ago

Minogue Bets on a $2 Billion War Chest to Oust Healey

GOP candidate Mike Minogue plans to spend up to $2 billion in the general election to defeat Gov. Maura Healey, according to his and running mate Shawn Oliver’s OCPF filings. The figure, linked to a controversial $2 billion Springfield courthouse contract, underscores Minogue’s self-funded wealth while Healey emphasizes that he has unlimited funds. As of the latest filings, Minogue had about $5.8 million cash on hand and Healey about $6.9 million.

via Boston Herald|
#campaign-spending#massachusetts-politics#maura-healey
Trump-backed PAC launches $10M Texas Senate ad blitz
politics1 month ago

Trump-backed PAC launches $10M Texas Senate ad blitz

The MAGA Inc. super PAC allied with Donald Trump plans to pour $10 million into Texas’s U.S. Senate race via TV and digital ads, targeting Democrat state Rep. James Talarico as GOP pressure grows to mobilize Trump-aligned funds in the midterms. The move comes after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured the GOP nomination with Trump’s endorsement, despite past controversies including his impeachment by the state House. MAGA Inc. reported over $400 million in the bank as of July, and Trump has indicated he may spend up to $400–$500 million on the midterms. GOP strategists say it remains to be seen how much impact the spending will have on the race.

via NBC News|
#campaign-spending#james-talarico#maga-inc
Schwartzel Wins Costly Southwest Florida GOP Primary for CD 19
politics1 month ago

Schwartzel Wins Costly Southwest Florida GOP Primary for CD 19

Jim Schwartzel captured the Republican nomination in Florida’s 19th Congressional District after a heated, heavily funded primary against Catalina Lauf, leading 29% to 22% as most precincts reported. Lauf benefited from a Trump endorsement but couldn’t close the gap. The race featured outsized spending by several candidates, with Schwartzel’s team noting the district’s GOP lean (about 64% voted for Trump in 2024). Schwartzel now advances to the general against Democrat Victor Arias in a contest regarded as favorable to Republicans.

via Florida Politics|
#campaign-spending#catalina-lauf#cd-19
SCOTUS Close to the End: Birthright Citizenship, Trans Athletes, and Campaign Spending on Deck
politics3 months ago

SCOTUS Close to the End: Birthright Citizenship, Trans Athletes, and Campaign Spending on Deck

The Supreme Court will issue its final opinions of the term, including rulings on birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, the legality of transgender athletes’ rights in school sports (Idaho/West Virginia bans), and campaign-spending rules that could expand party coordination with candidates, capping a two-day drama that follows yesterday’s Trump-related decisions.

via Politico|
#birthright-citizenship#campaign-spending#fourteenth-amendment
politics3 months ago

Cash Over Endorsements: Georgia Race Tests Trump’s Influence

Georgia’s Rick Jackson spent a record nearly $100 million to defeat Trump’s endorsed candidate Burt Jones in the GOP governor primary, showing that massive spending can outweigh a presidential endorsement and signaling limits to Trump’s sway even as he posts a string of wins elsewhere. The results were mixed across the map, with some Trump-backed candidates succeeding (e.g., Barry Moore in Alabama) and others faltering or heading to runoffs, underscoring a nuanced, not all-powerful, influence in 2026 primaries.

via Politico|
#campaign-spending#endorsements#georgia
Steyer's $216 Million Bet for California Governor Falls Short
politics4 months ago

Steyer's $216 Million Bet for California Governor Falls Short

Billionaire Tom Steyer spent a record $216 million on his California gubernatorial bid but failed to advance to the November general election, finishing behind Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra in the primary. Analysts cite ad saturation, message fatigue, and voter skepticism about a billionaire candidate, despite early polling gains; Steyer endorsed Becerra after the results, highlighting ongoing challenges for self-funded candidates in California.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#campaign-spending#governors-race
politics4 months ago

Steyer’s populist gamble in California fizzles after record spending

Tom Steyer spent over $200 million campaigning to succeed Gavin Newsom with an anti-corporate, populist platform, but his wealth-created narrative failed to win over pivotal progressive voters, who doubted his authenticity and viewed him through the baggage of his fortune and past investments. Despite targeting utilities, taxes on the rich, and single-payer health care, Steyer couldn’t overcome the paradox of railing against corporations while being a billionaire, and he finished behind Xavier Becerra and a Republican challenger, underscoring the limits of elite spending in a crowded, uninspiring race.

via Politico|
#becerra#california-politics#campaign-spending
Californians Await Verdict as Governor Race Vote-Counting Drags On
politics4 months ago

Californians Await Verdict as Governor Race Vote-Counting Drags On

California's gubernatorial race remains unsettled as officials continue counting uncounted primary ballots, with Steve Hilton narrowly leading and Xavier Becerra close behind; under the top-two system, the finalists to face off in November may not be known for days or weeks, and mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day and received by June 9 remain valid beyond the deadline. The contest is the most expensive gubernatorial race on record, with about $316 million spent on ads, largely by Tom Steyer, and other statewide races and the Los Angeles mayoral runoff remain too close to call.

via The Guardian|
#california#campaign-spending#governor-race
Virginia’s rural voters face off in a high-stakes redistricting clash ahead of the midterms
politics5 months ago

Virginia’s rural voters face off in a high-stakes redistricting clash ahead of the midterms

Republicans in rural Virginia are being mobilized to oppose a Democratic-led redistricting referendum that would redraw the state’s congressional map, a fight amplified by large Democratic ad spending (over $48 million) and GOP counter-messaging. The campaign, which included rallies in the Shenandoah Valley and warnings from Republican-aligned figures about a MAGA power grab, underscores how the map could reshape 10 of Virginia’s 11 House seats. Democrats argue the plan would curb urban-rural distortions, while Republicans warn it threatens rural voices. A Washington Post poll shows 52% of likely voters support the referendum, and early voting data hint a Democratic edge as election day approaches Tuesday; legal challenges to the map continue in court.

via CNN|
#campaign-spending#elections-2026#politics
politics5 months ago

Self-Funding GOP Outlier Reshapes Georgia’s Governor Race

Georgia’s GOP governor’s race has been upended by Rick Jackson, a self-funded billionaire whose roughly $50 million media blitz vaulted him into the frontrunner and squeezed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, while Brad Raffensperger runs a lower-profile bid. Jackson’s spending has distracted attention from other races and raised questions about how down-ballot contests will fare as MAGA loyalties and the Trump endorsement continue to influence the race.

via Politico|
#campaign-spending#georgia#governor-race