Oregon Democrats Outpace Republicans in Q3 Fundraising

Democratic incumbents in Oregon's congressional swing districts significantly outperformed Republican challengers in fundraising during the third financial quarter of 2026. According to reports filed with the Federal Election Commission for the period between July 1 and September 30, candidates for the U.S. House raised a total of $2.8 million and spent $3.2 million.

Janelle Bynum led all candidates in both fundraising and spending, raising $857,000 this quarter and maintaining a campaign balance of $2.3 million. Other Democratic incumbents, including U.S. Representatives Val Hoyle and Andrea Salinas, also outpaced their opponents, raising $365,000 and $277,000 respectively.

Republican U.S. Representative Cliff Bentz raised $266,000 and holds $1.4 million in reserves. Meanwhile, Democratic U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley reported raising $666,000, leaving him with $6.8 million in his account as candidates prepare for the November 3 election.