Trump Pledges $400 Million-$500 Million for GOP Midterms, Saving Some Funds for 2028
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Updated · The New York Times · Sep 4
Trump Pledges $400 Million-$500 Million for GOP Midterms, Saving Some Funds for 2028
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Sep 4
Summary
Trump said he will spend “probably” $400 million to $500 million on Republican midterm races, after months of pressure from GOP candidates and allies for financial help.
He framed the money as under his control and said he would spend whatever is necessary, while still expecting to keep part of his political cash for the 2028 cycle.
Trump estimated he has close to $1 billion available for politics, though FEC filings show his MAGA Inc. super PAC holds about $403 million on hand.
The pledge comes as Republicans fight to hold Congress, with the House especially at risk and some candidates trying to distance themselves from Trump’s weak approval ratings.
So far this year, Trump has intervened financially only once, backing Senator Darline Graham in a South Carolina primary widely seen as safe for Republicans.