Trump's $400 million war chest may target key Senate and House races in 2026
MAGA Inc. holds about $400 million and is expected to start funding select 2026 contests, though exact timing and districts remain unclear.
At the close of June, MAGA Inc. reported roughly $400 million in cash, positioning the group to influence the 2026 election cycle. Former administration official James Blair informed Senate Republicans that both MAGA Inc. and the Republican National Committee plan to allocate funds to midterm contests, though he gave no specifics on timing or locations. Each race is closely contested and, in several cases, entangled in controversy, making them prime targets for the super-PAC’s spending.
Why it matters
The deployment of a $400 million fund could sway tightly contested Senate and House races, affecting the balance of power in Congress.
How this story developed
- Jul 28 Texas Senate hopeful James Talarico accused of violating state voting residency rules
- Aug 5 A July poll shows Talarico at 45% and Paxton at 40% in the Senate race.
- Aug 10 Republican Rep. Max Miller has remained on the ballot for Ohio’s 7th District after the certification deadline passed, even as his ex-wife accuses him of severe abuse.
- Aug 11 Miller filed paperwork to initiate a House Ethics Committee investigation of himself.
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