Democratic groups launch $14 million investment ahead of 2026 House races
The Democratic group Defend the Vote PAC and Defend the Vote Action Fund announced a $14 million investment ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
The investment includes $10 million from Defend the Vote PAC, which would support House Democrats the group describes as 'pro-democracy champions' through direct contributions, independent expenditures, and targeted get-out-the-vote efforts.
Defund the Vote Action Fund's $2 to $4 million investment will support election worker and voter protection efforts, as well as nonpartisan get-out-the-vote activities.
The Hill was the first outlet to report on the groups' investments.
In addition to their $10 million investment, the Defend the Vote PAC endorsed its first federal candidates of the cycle, including Reps. Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.), Adam Gray (D-Calif.), George Whitesides (D-Calif.), Derek Tran (D-Calif.), Joe Neguse (D-Colo.), Jason Crow (D-Colo.), Sarah McBride (D-Del.), Nikema Williams (D-Ga.), Lucy McBath (D-Ga.), Sharice Davids (D-Kan.), Sarah Elfreth (D-Md.), April McClain Delaney (D-Md.), Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Mich.) Herb Conaway (D-N.J.), Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.), Susie Lee (D-Nev.), Steven Horsford (D-Nev.), Laura Gillen (D-N.Y.), Pat Ryan (D-N.Y.), Josh Riley (D-N.Y.), Greg Landsman (D-Oh.), Janelle Bynum (D-Ore.), Chris Deluzio (D-Pa.), and Marc Veasey (D-Texas).
Defend the Vote PAC says it will also work with candidates to improve their messaging to voters by showing them 'the connection between democracy and economic well being.'
'DTV has been a great partner to Frontline members and the [Congressional Black Caucus]- helping provide key investments and political support as well as bringing important expertise on issues,' said Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.). 'DTV understands the policy and the politics of the moment, which is invaluable to members.'
Defend the Vote PAC describes itself as a 'pro-democracy organization.' During the 2024 campaign cycle, the group helped elect 75 percent of its endorsed candidates. Defend the Vote Action Fund is dedicated to supporting efforts to protect election workers and voter access, provide voter education, and hold lawmakers accountable for their commitment to voting rights.
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