First financial reports show expensive contested races for Legislature

By: Micah Drew

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: April 8, 2026

Words: 881

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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Following the deadline for 2026 candidates to file for office in early March, those running for the Legislature had to file their first required financial disclosures by March 20, offering the first glimpse at how some campaigns are rolling out.

Among many candidates locked in tough primaries — namely those pitting moderate Republicans against more conservative Republicans — the early fundraising hauls have been impressive with many candidates raking in five- and even six-figures. …

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