Republicans Outspend Democrats on Immigration Ads Ahead of 2026 Midterms

2 articles · Updated · LAist · Jul 18

NPR’s review of AdImpact data found Republicans are both spending more and airing more immigration ads than Democrats as the midterm campaign enters its general-election phase.
The push signals Republicans are again elevating immigration enforcement as a top issue, despite earlier struggles this year in selling the president’s signature policy.
The ad imbalance offers an early read on where each party believes it has voter momentum as candidates across the country sharpen their November messages.
With months left before the election, immigration advertising is emerging as a key measure of how both parties plan to frame the 2026 midterm fight.