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Senate Leadership Fund Unveils $342M Strategy for 2026 Midterms

4/9/2026

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The Senate Leadership Fund (SLF) announced a $342 million plan targeting eight Senate races ahead of the 2026 midterms, including Ohio and North Carolina to protect incumbents and flip three Democratic-held seats.
The plan allocates $45 million in Michigan and $44 million in Georgia, both toss-ups.
Funding will support advertising across platforms, with a focus on digital outreach.
Republicans hold 53 Senate seats; Democrats must flip four to gain majority.

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The Senate Leadership Fund (SLF) announced a $342 million plan targeting eight Senate races ahead of the 2026 midterms, including Ohio and North Carolina to protect incumbents and flip three Democratic-held seats.
The plan allocates $45 million in Michigan and $44 million in Georgia, both toss-ups.
Funding will support advertising across platforms, with a focus on digital outreach.
Republicans hold 53 Senate seats; Democrats must flip four to gain majority.