Meet the Best-Funded Primary Challengers to House Incumbents

December 2, 2019, 3:56 PM UTC

Moderate Democrats and Republicans toting political baggage are among the House members who face primary challengers boasting notable fundraising hauls.

While it doesn’t necessarily portend victory, campaign cash is a critical early metric of viability. Having ample funds can boost a contender’s name recognition and ability to consistently disseminate a message, which helps level the playing field with an electorate inherently more familiar with the incumbent.

Here’s a look at the best-funded House candidates challenging incumbents from their own party in 2020. The dollar figures noted parenthetically refer to a campaign’s cash on hand as of Sept. 30. The next ...

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