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You’re lame ducks now — take the hard votes while you can

You’re lame ducks now — take the hard votes while you can

Summary

OpenSecrets projected that spending on the 2026 midterm elections would reach $11.9 billion, a record for a midterm. The article compares that figure with the $2.9 billion the EPA announced in May to help states replace lead pipes.

Key Facts

  • OpenSecrets projected $11.9 billion in spending for the 2026 midterms.
  • The projection would set a record for spending in a midterm election.
  • The EPA announced $2.9 billion in May to help states replace lead pipes.
  • The article says the projected campaign spending is more than four times the EPA funding amount.
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