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Trump to Campaign in 35 Races, Funds Up to $500M

9/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

President Donald Trump announced he will campaign for Republicans in 35 House and Senate races before November 3, 2026.
Trump pledged up to $500 million from MAGA Inc., which held $403.45 million cash in July.
Trump will visit Alaska to support Sen. Dan Sullivan and Texas to back AG Ken Paxton.
Several swing-district Republican candidates told operatives they prefer limiting Trump’s appearances, fearing his unpopularity could hurt races.

History

Historical Context

In 2016 Donald Trump won the presidency, raising about $350 million while Wall Street spent a record $2 billion on election influence, and Republicans controlled both Congress and the White House for the first time since 2004. Now he pledges up to $500 million from MAGA Inc. to fund dozens of Senate and House races, including Dan Sullivan’s Alaska bid.

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Story summary

President Donald Trump announced he will campaign for Republicans in 35 House and Senate races before November 3, 2026.
Trump pledged up to $500 million from MAGA Inc., which held $403.45 million cash in July.
Trump will visit Alaska to support Sen. Dan Sullivan and Texas to back AG Ken Paxton.
Several swing-district Republican candidates told operatives they prefer limiting Trump’s appearances, fearing his unpopularity could hurt races.

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