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Georgia Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff has raised more than $12 million in the third quarter for his reelection campaign, totaling $21 million in cash on hand. His grassroots fundraising efforts, bolstered by support from 233,000 donors, underscore his active campaign strategy. However, Ossoff faces challenges from significant Republican opposition, including a $5 million advertisement campaign targeting him. As the election approaches, Ossoff emphasizes his record while navigating a competitive political landscape in Georgia.
Atlanta, Georgia – Georgia Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff raised over $12 million in the third quarter of 2025, as his reelection campaign gears up for the upcoming election in 2026. This significant fundraising effort has given him a total of $21 million in cash on hand, indicating a well-funded campaign ready for the challenges ahead.
Ossoff has already spent nearly half of his third-quarter fundraising, which suggests that his campaign is currently active and focused on mobilizing support. The senator is the only Democratic incumbent seeking reelection in a state that was won by President Donald Trump in the 2024 election. This unique position places him in a competitive landscape as his campaign strategy aims to defend his record and build grassroots support.
During the three-month fundraising period, Ossoff’s campaign received support from approximately 233,000 individual donors, with an impressive average donation of $36. A notable statistic from this effort is that nearly 93% of all donations were $100 or less, highlighting his strength in grassroots fundraising.
However, Ossoff’s campaign faces considerable challenges, particularly from Republican opponents. An outside group affiliated with Senate Majority Leader John Thune has announced a $5 million advertisement campaign targeting Ossoff. Additionally, the anti-abortion organization Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America intends to spend $4.5 million targeting him in September, further intensifying the political battle.
On the Republican side, two primary challengers have emerged: U.S. Rep. Mike Collins and former football coach Derek Dooley. Collins has raised $1.9 million, which includes a transfer of $1 million from his House campaign, giving him a total of $2.4 million in cash. Dooley has also reported strong fundraising, raising $1.85 million and currently holding $1.7 million in cash on hand. A third candidate, U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, has raised $1 million in the second quarter and loaned his campaign an additional $2 million, though he has not disclosed a total fundraising amount yet.
Ossoff has focused on criticizing the policies of former President Trump, claiming these have negatively impacted health care and rural hospitals in Georgia. With the upcoming election expected to be fiercely contested, the spending is projected to be substantial, following a trend observed in previous Senate races in Georgia. The last Senate race in 2022 saw Raphael Warnock’s campaign against Herschel Walker cost over $470 million, adding to the combined spending in previous elections, which exceeded $900 million.
As the election approaches, Ossoff is making concerted efforts to mobilize grassroots support while underlining his record. The competitive atmosphere within the Republican primary, coupled with heavy outside spending aimed at undermining his campaign, sets the stage for a contentious fight for the Senate seat.
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