Summary
House Republicans have raised more money than Democrats in campaign fundraising this year for the first time since 2015, holding a slight lead. However, Democrats still have more money available overall and have raised more in key competitive districts.
Key Facts
- House Republicans have raised $720,310 more than Democrats this year.
- It is the first time since 2015 that Republicans have led in fundraising in an off-year.
- In prior years, Democrats led by much larger amounts at this point in the cycle.
- Democrats have more cash available overall, with $46.6 million compared to Republicans' $45.8 million.
- In the third quarter, Democrats raised $26.6 million, more than Republicans' $24 million.
- Democrats raised more money in two-thirds of competitive House seats in Q3.
- Both parties are nearly tied heading into the fourth quarter fundraising period.
- Year-end reports will reveal the impact of the ongoing government shutdown on fundraising.
