The Senate Leadership Fund announced on April 6 a $342 million commitment across eight Senate races for the 2026 midterms. This marks the group’s largest-ever ad reservation, with spending focused on defending five Republican-held seats and pursuing three Democratic-held seats to expand the majority. Television, digital, and streaming ads will begin airing in early September, backed by additional resources for mail and get-out-the-vote efforts.
Ohio Receives Top Allocation of $79 Million to Back Sen. Jon Husted
Ohio tops the list with $79 million dedicated to supporting Sen. Jon Husted. Appointed to the seat in January 2025 following Vice President JD Vance’s departure, Husted faces a challenge from former Sen. Sherrod Brown in the November 2026 special election. Husted has built a record centered on job creation, fiscal discipline, and safeguarding traditional family values after more than two decades of service to Ohioans in state and federal roles. His efforts include advancing measures to strengthen election integrity, such as requirements for photo identification at the polls.
North Carolina Draws $71 Million to Support Michael Whatley
North Carolina follows closely with $71 million committed to Michael Whatley, the Republican nominee in the open-seat race. Whatley, a former state party chairman and national party leader, has positioned himself as a defender of North Carolina values with a strong emphasis on economic security and policies that prioritize American workers and families. He secured the nomination in the March 2026 primary and will face former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper in the general election.
Maine Secures $42 Million to Defend Sen. Susan Collins
In Maine, $42 million will bolster incumbent Sen. Susan Collins in her reelection effort. Collins has represented the state in the Senate for decades, earning a reputation for delivering results on issues important to Maine families, including infrastructure, health care access, and economic stability.
Iowa Allocates $29 Million Behind Ashley Hinson
Iowa will see $29 million invested in support of Ashley Hinson. The current congresswoman brings a conservative record focused on reducing government overreach, supporting agriculture and manufacturing, and advancing policies that keep taxes low and opportunities high for working Iowans.
Alaska Invests $15 Million to Reelect Sen. Dan Sullivan
Alaska receives $15 million to back incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan. Sullivan has consistently championed energy development, national security, and resource management that benefit Alaska’s economy and strengthen America’s strategic position.
Michigan Commits $45 Million to Flip Open Democratic Seat With Mike Rogers
On the offensive side, Michigan will receive $45 million to support Mike Rogers in the open seat left by the Democratic incumbent’s decision not to seek reelection. Rogers, a former congressman with extensive national security experience, stands for robust defense priorities, countering threats from adversaries, and delivering results that protect American interests at home and abroad.
Georgia Directs $44 Million to Challenge Sen. Jon Ossoff
Georgia’s $44 million investment targets the seat held by Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff, aiming to elect a Republican alternative who will prioritize American sovereignty, border security, and economic growth over the current representation.
New Hampshire Puts $17 Million Behind John E. Sununu to Flip Democratic Seat
New Hampshire will get $17 million to support John E. Sununu in his bid to flip the Democratic-held seat. Sununu’s background in public service emphasizes fiscal responsibility, limited government, and practical solutions that address the needs of Granite State families.
This strategic deployment of resources underscores the high stakes in 2026. With control of the Senate hanging in the balance, the targeted support in these battlegrounds reflects a clear focus on candidates prepared to advance policies that secure borders, revive manufacturing, strengthen national defense, and put American families first. The investments position Republicans to not only hold their current majority but to expand it against Democratic challenges in key swing states.