Trump boasts record $1.4 billion in fundraising haul as GOP readies for 2026 midterms

President Trump has been making waves in the political arena since Election Day 2024, securing an unprecedented $1.4 billion in commitments, according to exclusive information from Fox News Digital. With advisors touting him as “an even more dominant force” for Republicans in the upcoming 2026 midterms, the president’s political operation, in conjunction with the cash-on-hand at the Republican National Committee, has raised a historic $900 million since November, with additional commitments set to bring the total to over $1.4 billion.

The funds raised are earmarked to bolster Republican efforts to maintain their majorities in both the House and Senate. Currently, Republicans hold a slim 220-215 majority in the House and a 53-47 majority in the Senate. Sources indicate that the funds will also be utilized for initiatives deemed necessary by the president.

Speaking to Fox News Digital, President Trump’s senior advisor and National Finance Director, Meredith O’Rourke, highlighted the president’s continued success following his historic re-election in 2024. O’Rourke emphasized that the fundraising numbers position Trump to exert even greater influence in the midterms and beyond.

In a strategic move to support the Republican agenda and elect more GOP representatives, the Republican National Committee (RNC) has brought on new senior leadership. Vice President JD Vance was recently appointed as the RNC Finance Chair, marking the first time a sitting vice president has held this role within the GOP. Vance has pledged to fully enact the “MAGA mandate” and expand the Republican majority in Congress in 2026.

President Trump recently headlined a major donor event in Washington D.C. in support of the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC), the House GOP’s campaign arm. The fundraiser reportedly raised at least $10 million for the NRCC, showcasing the strong financial backing behind Republican efforts.

As the GOP gears up for the upcoming midterms, the party is leveraging record-breaking fundraising numbers and strategic leadership appointments to solidify their position in Congress. With a focus on maintaining their House and Senate majorities, Republicans are poised to make a significant impact in the political landscape moving forward.