Candidates in several key 2024 Senate races have recently disclosed their third-quarter fundraising numbers, shedding light on their financial standing as they head into the crucial final stretch of the election season.
In Ohio, Democratic incumbent Sen. Sherrod Brown reported an impressive third-quarter fundraising total of $30.6 million, setting a new quarterly record for Ohio federal candidates. This substantial amount of funds is particularly significant as Ohio's Senate race has become the most expensive congressional contest on record in terms of advertising expenditures. Brown's Republican opponent, Bernie Moreno, has not yet revealed his third-quarter fundraising figures but may leverage his personal wealth to match Brown's financial resources.
Over in Arizona, Democratic Senate nominee Rep. Ruben Gallego also announced a substantial third-quarter haul of $21.7 million, more than double his first-quarter fundraising total. Gallego's strong fundraising performance positions him well against his GOP rival, Kari Lake, who is yet to disclose her third-quarter fundraising numbers.
In Michigan, Democratic Senate candidate Rep. Elissa Slotkin reported a robust third-quarter fundraising total of $18 million, marking her highest quarterly fundraising amount for the Senate race. Slotkin's Republican opponent, former Rep. Mike Rogers, who has consistently lagged behind Slotkin in fundraising, has not yet made public his third-quarter fundraising figures.
Meanwhile, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz revealed a third-quarter fundraising total of $21 million, further solidifying his financial position in a race that has seen a significant influx of campaign funds. Cruz's Democratic challenger, Rep. Colin Allred, known for his strong fundraising capabilities, had outspent Cruz on advertising until September. Allred's campaign is yet to disclose its third-quarter fundraising totals.
