Spending by outside groups crosses $1 billion in competitive congressional races
Key Points:
- Outside groups have spent over $1.2 billion on advertising in competitive congressional races, making up more than half of all ad spending in over 70% of these contests, according to a Washington Post analysis.
- In Alaska’s Senate race, which was highlighted by Trump's recent visit, outside groups are responsible for 80% of all advertising expenditures.
- The Senate Leadership Fund PAC, aligned with Republicans, is the largest outside spender in the Alaska race, having spent $14 million to support incumbent Dan Sullivan, including $2 million in the past week.