The approach of Election Day has triggered a surge in spending for the midterms. This trend marks the most expensive election cycle in history. Political correspondent Lisa Desjardins delves into the complexities of the astronomical sums being used to shape control over Congress in the coming year.
Lisa Desjardins provides insight into these spending patterns on PBS NewsHour, where she frequently covers news from the U.S. Capitol. Her reports also extend nationwide as she evaluates the impact of Washington’s decisions on everyday Americans.
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