Outside Groups Invest Millions in Key Senate Races

Why it matters locally: Given Massachusetts's proximity to New Hampshire and the shared media market, the significant spending in the New Hampshire Senate race could influence the political discourse and donor landscape within the Commonwealth.

WASHINGTON D.C. – Outside political organizations are directing significant financial resources into a select number of Senate elections. These races, including the one in New Hampshire, could influence which party controls the U.S. Senate next year. Financial disclosures indicate that approximately $50 million has been spent in the New Hampshire Senate contest by groups operating independently of candidate campaigns. This spending highlights the focus of these organizations on races with the potential to shift the partisan composition of the Senate.