Liberal groups wade into pricey Texas Senate race
WASHINGTON -- Washington liberal groups are gearing up to help Democrat Beto O’Rourke — stoking fear among some national Democratic leaders who warn the expensive Texas race could become a drain on their party’s resources to retake the Senate this fall.
The first investments have so far been modest: trackers, digital ads and door knockers, compared to millions of dollars outside groups are already spending on TV ads for candidates in other states.
The groups’ leaders say more ambitious plans could come later this fall, however, as the El Paso congressman continues to draw national attention to his uphill quest to upset Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas.
“[O’Rourke] doubled up [Cruz’s] fundraising last quarter,” said one national Democratic strategist who requested anonymity to speak candidly. “It’s a beautiful thing to see, but if you’re a donor, your money is sorely needed elsewhere if we’re going to flip the chamber.”
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