2026 Election Ad Spending Surges to $11.6 Billion

Election ad spending for the 2026 cycle is projected to reach $11.6 billion, surpassing even the 2024 presidential election spending levels. This unprecedented surge reflects the high stakes both parties see in the midterm elections and the intense competition for voter attention. The massive spending underscores how expensive American politics has become and raises legitimate questions about whether money is drowning out substantive policy discussion. Read more about this...