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2026 midterm could be the most expensive ever: AdImpact

This year's total spending may exceed the $11.2 billion spent during the 2024 presidential election cycle.

Sources (2)· Oct 15, 7:17 PM to Oct 16, 1:06 PM

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NewsNation· Oct 15, 7:17 PM2026 midterm could be the most expensive ever: AdImpact
The Hill· Oct 16, 1:06 PM2026 midterm could be the most expensive ever: AdImpact

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How Latino Voters Are Experiencing the 2026 Midterm ElectionsDemocratic congressional candidates have a sizable advantage among Latino registered voters. And Latino Democratic candidate supporters are more engaged with this year’s election compared with four years ago.

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Blowback Against Data Centers Becomes Top 2026 Midterm Election IssueCandidates on both sides of the aisle are rushing to keep up with the swelling public opposition to data centers, which has mushroomed into a top midterm campaign issue. Bloomberg Television's Tyler Kendall reports on the pushback, which has implications for the buildout of the backbone of artificial intelligence. (Source: Bloomberg)

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