Dems seize early fundraising edge in 2026 Senate races

Democrats opened 2026 with a fundraising edge in several marquee Senate battles, led by Jon Ossoff in Georgia and including North Carolina, Ohio, New Hampshire, and Texas; Republicans still hold cash leads in a few contests such as Michigan, Maine, and Iowa due to primary dynamics. Overall, strong donor networks could push total 2026 Senate spending into roughly $650–$800 million as each party aims to hold open seats and flip others.