The 2026 midterm elections are on track to surpass all previous spending records, as a select group of high-stakes races drive unprecedented ad expenditures. Economic reports due before Election Day will offer key insights into voter sentiment amid shifting financial conditions. Meanwhile, political campaigns are adjusting strategies after a major candidate canceled rallies in Iowa and Kansas, signaling potential shifts in campaign momentum. Additionally, a prominent tech executive faces growing scrutiny over recent business decisions that could influence public perception ahead of the vote.
In today's issue: ▪ Following the midterm money ▪ Final economic reports before Election Day ▪ Trump cancels Iowa, Kansas rallies ▪ Elon Musk in the crosshairs The 2026 midterms have officially become the most expensive election cycle ever, with a handful of races dominating the ad spending charts. On Monday, the current cycle reached...