President Trump says he has already spent $300 million of a $400 million blitz to save Republicans in US midterms
Donald Trump made the pledge in a Truth Social post, citing 'what is taking place in France' and Europe. He said the cash went on advertising, rallies, telerallies and 'Election Integrity'. Decision Desk HQ gives Democrats a 77 percent chance of taking the House and 56 percent for the Senate. A Reuters/Ipsos poll puts his approval at just 31 percent.
Michael Bloomberg has sent Democrats about $80 million across September and October.
The Republican National Committee is moving more than $50 million to House and Senate campaigns.
Republicans are pressing for heavy spending in Texas, where Ken Paxton faces James Talarico.
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