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Political Ad Spending Trends

Updated 2026-10-21 15:20 UTC 1 source Neutral

Broadcast TV is expected to capture nearly half of political advertising spending ahead of the midterms, with local stations benefiting from record spending.

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The political ad wars are still being fought over the airwaves even as digital gains share

Broadcast TV is set to capture nearly half of political advertising spending ahead of the midterm election as local stations benefit from record spending.

2026-10-21 14:40 UTC