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Senate Democrats Outpace GOP in Key Fundraising Battles as Internal Republican Divides Persist

Recent FEC filings reveal significant fundraising disparities among key Senate races and within the Republican Party, highlighting challenges and strategic shifts.

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From left: Antoine Fuqua on December 2, 2022 in London, England; Antoine Fuqua on December 2, 2022 in London, England; President Joe Biden on April 16, 2024 in Scranton, Pennsylvania; Lynda Carter on March 19, 2024 in Washington, D.C.; and Seth MacFarlane on January 10, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. The stars are among an extensive list of Biden's top campaign donors.
House Speaker Mike Johnson talks to reporters on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, on April 16, 2024.
Mike Johnson

Overview

  • Democrats in battleground Senate races have significantly out-raised their Republican counterparts, with substantial cash-on-hand advantages in states like Ohio and Arizona.
  • Republican Speaker Mike Johnson struggles with fundraising, falling short of predecessor Kevin McCarthy's figures, adding pressure amidst party tensions.
  • Senate Majority PAC, aligned with Democrats, substantially outraised its GOP counterpart, indicating strong financial backing for the upcoming elections.
  • Internal GOP conflicts manifest in campaign contributions, with funds being directed towards primary challengers and strategic political maneuvers.
  • Retiring senators and those not seeking reelection manage their campaign funds, with significant donations and expenditures noted in FEC filings.