campaign fundraising
Coverage of campaign fundraising in the Nexus archive.
- Senator Mark Kelly Amasses Nearly $25 Million Campaign War Chest
Senator Mark Kelly's campaign fundraising increased last year, amassing nearly $25 million, following accusations by President Trump of sedition over a video where he and five other Democrats advised service members to disregard illegal orders.
- Maui Mayor Election: Sugimura Tops Bissen In Campaign Fundraising
In the Maui Mayor Election, Sugimura leads Bissen in campaign fundraising, with strong financial backing.
- Dem Senate hopeful pocketed massive taxpayer-funded cash while skipping hundreds of votes
Josh Turek, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Iowa, received over $20,000 in per diem payments while missing 261 votes (nearly 60% of his participation) between January 2026 and May 2026. His absences coincided with campaign fundraising trips, including events in Southern California and Washington, D.C., during which he missed votes on key bills.
- State Comptroller Mendoza enters mayoral race, takes shots at Mayor Johnson, Giannoulias
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced her candidacy for Chicago mayor, criticizing incumbent Brandon Johnson for coddling criminals and being influenced by the Chicago Teachers Union. She highlighted her experience as a state legislator, city clerk, and comptroller to position herself as a financial and governance expert, contrasting her campaign's $1.6 million war chest with Alexi Giannoulias' $18.3 million fundraising.
- Democrats are outraising Republicans in 2026 — and it might not matter
Democrats are raising more money than Republicans in 2026, but the article notes that while money is crucial in campaigns, it may not guarantee success.
- Democrats’ fundraising dominates key midterm races: What we learned from the latest campaign filings
Democrats raised significant funds in key House and Senate races during the first quarter, according to FEC filings, indicating party momentum ahead of the midterms. The reports highlight competitive dynamics as November matchups solidify.