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ODNI Review Added as Super PACs Spend $425M, Democrats Lead.

4/24/2026

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The draft Section 702 proposal requires a monthly review by the ODNI civil-liberties protection officer.
Republican and Democratic super PACs have earmarked $425 million for 2026 midterm advertising.
House Majority PAC reserved $272 million, including $80 million for digital ads in 68 markets.
Congressional Leadership Fund set aside $153.1 million for ads in 38 markets while a Cook Political Report poll shows Democrats at 50 % versus Republicans at 44 % on the generic congressional ballot.

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The draft Section 702 proposal requires a monthly review by the ODNI civil-liberties protection officer.
Republican and Democratic super PACs have earmarked $425 million for 2026 midterm advertising.
House Majority PAC reserved $272 million, including $80 million for digital ads in 68 markets.
Congressional Leadership Fund set aside $153.1 million for ads in 38 markets while a Cook Political Report poll shows Democrats at 50 % versus Republicans at 44 % on the generic congressional ballot.