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Elections advertising spend for 2026 expected to reach record high, outpacing presidential years
Elections advertising spend for 2026 midterms is expected to reach a record high, surpassing spending in presidential election years. High-profile races in California, Texas, and other key states are driving increased ad spending earlier in the cycle, according to AdImpact.
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