Here’s what the money looks like in the WA-05 race

Late October saw more than $157,000 in outside spending for Baumgartner.

By: Yong-Yu Huang

Outlets: RANGE Media

Published: November 4, 2026

Words: 959

Last Updated: 4 days, 18 hours ago

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This year, US Rep Michael Baumgartner’s campaign has brought in over two-and-a-half times as much cash as his opponent. As of October 14, federal election filings show Baumgartner raised more than $2.2 million, while his Democratic challenger Carmela Conroy lags with only about $844,000. Baumgartner holds a large fundraising lead, and yet in the final weeks of the race, outside groups have stepped in to support him financially.

In 2024, Baumgartner defeated Conroy with about …

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