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Jon Tester top recipient of lobbyist donations

September 8, 2024

As the 2024 election cycle progresses, Senator Jon Tester (D-Mont.) has emerged as the top recipient of lobbyist campaign donations. Tester’s campaign has received $489,440 from lobbyists, contributing to a total of $502,591 in contributions. This places him at the forefront of Senate candidates benefiting from lobbyist support, surpassing other notable figures such as Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.).

Tester’s significant haul from lobbyists underscores the influential role such contributions play in shaping legislative priorities and policy decisions. This development comes amid a highly competitive Senate race in Montana, where Tester faces a tough challenge from Republican candidate Tim Sheehy.

Recent AARP polling reveals Sheehy leading Tester by 49% to 41% when third-party candidates are included, and by 51% to 45% in a direct head-to-head matchup. This polling trend highlights the critical nature of the Montana Senate seat, which could be pivotal in determining Senate control for the 2025 legislative session.

With West Virginia expected to flip Republican, Democrats need to secure victories in eight out of nine remaining competitive Senate seats to maintain a 50-50 balance, with hopes pinned on Vice President Tim Walz as a tie-breaker. The Montana race has become a focal point, with tight polling in other battleground states like Pennsylvania and Ohio further emphasizing the stakes.

In response to the mounting challenge, the Democratic Party has made protecting Tester’s seat a top priority. They have invested heavily in campaign advertising and related efforts, allocating $128 million to date, compared to $109 million from Republicans, according to AdImpact data. This substantial investment reflects the high value Democrats place on maintaining Tester’s position in the Senate.

by: Politics406 staff

Filed Under: Featured, Home Featured, News

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