The ONE Thing That Could Cost Democrats the Midterms 💰 | Chris Cillizza

Sep 22, 2026

How could Democrats possibly blow one of the most favorable midterm environments in modern history? The answer may come down to one thing: money. 💰

Republicans and their allies are reportedly set to outspend Democrats by roughly $221 million on advertising across key House, Senate and state races. That financial advantage could shape crucial contests in Ohio, Texas, Michigan, Maine, Iowa and beyond. 🗳️📺

In this video, I break down:

💸 The enormous advertising gap between the two parties
📊 The Senate races where Republicans hold the biggest advantage
🚨 The DNC’s alarming financial position
🤔 Why money doesn’t guarantee victory—but still matters enormously
🏛️ How this spending gap could cost Democrats the House, the Senate or both

If Democrats fall short in November, their failure to compete financially could be the biggest reason why.

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