Representative Ruben Gallego, the expected Democratic nominee for Senate in Arizona, is making waves with his impressive fundraising efforts. His campaign announced on Tuesday that they had raised a whopping $7.5 million in the first three months of the year, setting the stage for what is sure to be a competitive general election race in the battleground state.
Gallego, a former Marine and progressive congressman, has been able to outpace his potential Republican opponent, Kari Lake, in fundraising. With more than $9.6 million cash on hand and over 100,000 donors in the last quarter, Gallego’s campaign is well-positioned to make a strong push in the upcoming election.
The race for the Senate seat in Arizona is expected to be closely watched, as it will determine who will succeed Senator Kyrsten Sinema, who is not seeking re-election. Gallego is likely to face off against Kari Lake, a former television anchor and ally of former President Donald J. Trump, in November. Despite facing a primary challenger in Sheriff Mark Lamb, Lake leads by a wide margin in polls.
Both candidates have been actively fundraising and engaging with outside groups to bolster their campaigns. Gallego has the support of the Senate Majority PAC, a Democratic group that has reserved $23 million in television ads in Arizona. Meanwhile, Lake has the backing of the National Republican Senatorial Committee and has raised significant funds at events with top Senate Republicans.
As the race heats up, all eyes will be on Arizona to see how voters respond to the contrasting visions of the two candidates. With significant fundraising efforts on both sides, the battle for the Senate seat in Arizona is sure to be one to watch in the upcoming election.