Political groups aligned with President Donald Trump have spent nearly $277 million to support Republican candidates in the final stretch of the midterm elections. The spending is described as unprecedented for a sitting president; several races are key to Republicans’ chances of keeping control of Congress.
WHO:Donald Trump’s political groups
WHAT:Spent nearly $277 million to support Republican candidates in the midterm elections.
WHEN:Reported Oct 21, 2026 at 5:29 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The spending was intended to support Republican candidates in the midterm elections.
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