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Republicans Outspend Democrats in Senate Races
Republicans lead ad spending in key Senate races ahead of Election Day.
In brief
Republicans lead ad spending in key Senate races ahead of Election Day. Republicans have $208 million in ad reservations for Senate races versus Democrats' $147 million as of October 19, 2026. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Senate Ad Spending Gap
Republicans have $208 million in ad reservations for Senate races, 41 percent more than Democrats' $147 million.
Ohio Race Leads Spending
Ohio's Jon Husted vs. Sherrod Brown contest gets 20 percent of both parties' ad spending.
Republican Spending Edge
Republicans outspend Democrats in eight of the top ten Senate races, except Georgia and Kansas.
Kansas Race Dynamics
Kansas's Roger Marshall faces historic challenge from Adam Hamilton in a neck-and-neck contest.
Total Ad Spending
Nearly $2.8 billion spent on Senate ads as of October 13, with Republicans at $1.6 billion.
Climate Power Data
Democrats spent $96 million on utility-focused ads in Q3 2026, far outpacing Republicans.
Trump Mentions Decline
Republicans referenced Trump in only 1 percent of October ads versus 47 percent in May.
The headline
Republicans have $208 million in ad reservations for Senate races versus Democrats' $147 million as of October 19, 2026.
