By Jim Ellis
No surprise that Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-San Francisco) tops the fundraising list.
The following is a list of the 80 office holders and candidates who exceeded $1 million-plus in receipts since Jan. 1, 2021, including 74 incumbents.
A total of 45 are Democrats as compared to 35 Republicans. A brief explanation of why certain individuals have raised this much money is also included.
California
| INCUMBENT | PARTY | DIST | RECEIPTS | CASH-ON-HAND |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pelosi, Nancy | D | CA-12 | $6,873,128 | $7,150,847 |
| McCarthy, Kevin | R | CA-23 | $6,312,663 | $6,305,397 |
| Porter, Katie | D | CA-45 | $4,887,831 | $12,859,730 |
| Schiff, Adam | D | CA-28 | $3,979,554 | $15,639,499 |
| Nunes, Devin | R | CA-22 | $2,525,366 | $11,539,624 |
| Khanna, Ro | D | CA-17 | $2,307,112 | $3,822,319 |
| Harder, Josh | D | CA-10 | $1,987,919 | $5,040,053 |
| Kim, Young | R | CA-39 | $1,594,073 | $1,447,568 |
| Garcia, Mike | R | CA-25 | $1,353,194 | $822,554 |
| Steel, Michelle | R | CA-48 | $1,352,557 | $1,008,266 |
| Collins, Joe | R | CA-43 | $1,199,044 | $180,383 |
| Swalwell, Eric | D | CA-15 | $1,085,947 | $654,799 |
No surprise that the two party leaders, Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-San Francisco) and Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Bakersfield) top the fundraising list, though House Minority Whip Steve Scalise (R-LA) exceeded by just over $600,000 the top GOP total.
Reps. Katie Porter (D-Irvine) and Devin Nunes (R-Tulare) had their typically strong fundraising periods. Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) has the lowest population number of any district, and he sits in the middle of the San Fernando Valley. Both points make him vulnerable in redistricting from a state that is losing a congressional district. Joe Collins (R) is opposing Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Los Angeles). It is obvious from his large receipt total and small cash-on-hand figure that he is raising his money through direct mail prospecting, which is an expensive proposition.
Colorado
| INCUMBENT | PARTY | DIST | RECEIPTS | CASH-ON-HAND |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boebert, Lauren | R | CO-3 | $1,794,955 | $1,252,630 |
| Donovan, Kerry | D | CO-3 | $1,179,347 | $479,246 |
Obviously, the western slope 3rd District race will be competitive and expensive.
Florida
| INCUMBENT | PARTY | DIST | RECEIPTS | CASH-ON-HAND |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaetz, Matt | R | FL-1 | $3,277,058 | $1,585,935 |
| Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila | D | FL-20 | $2,409,407 | $2,081,704 |
| Mast, Brian | R | FL-18 | $1,749,636 | $1,720,117 |
| Donalds, Byron | R | FL-19 | $1,468,065 | $958,339 |
| Salazar, Maria Elvira | R | FL-27 | $1,201,681 | $672,473 |
| Murphy, Stephanie | D | FL-7 | $1,165,011 | $1,973,288 |
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D) is in the special election to replace the late Rep. Alcee Hastings (D-FL). Most of her money is self-contributed. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Ft. Walton Beach) may soon be facing legal charges, so much of his campaign treasury may be paying legal fees. Reps. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Miami) and Stephanie Murphy (D-Winter Park) look to be facing serious re-election opposition.
Georgia
| INCUMBENT | PARTY | DIST | RECEIPTS | CASH-ON-HAND |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greene, Marjorie T. | R | GA-14 | $4,775,059 | $2,792,569 |
| Flowers, Marcus | D | GA-14 | $2,018,385 | $547,579 |
| McBath, Lucy | D | GA-6 | $1,575,051 | $1,326,020 |
| Bourdeaux, Carolyn | D | GA-7 | $1,240,567 | $1,131,140 |
There is no doubt that the 14th District race featuring controversial Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Rome) will be expensive and attract a great deal of media attention. Reps. Lucy McBath (D-Marietta) and Carolyn Bourdeaux (D-Suwanee) face uncertain redistricting challenges.
Illinois
| INCUMBENT | PARTY | DIST | RECEIPTS | CASH-ON-HAND |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krishnamoorthi, R. | D | IL-8 | $2,282,380 | $10,090,383 |
| Kinzinger, Adam | R | IL-16 | $1,954,927 | $3,075,610 |
| Underwood, Lauren | D | IL-14 | $1,685,298 | $1,479,294 |
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Schaumberg) is a consistent major fundraiser. Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Channahon) faces an uncertain redistricting situation along with a strong Republican primary challenge. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Naperville) will likely receive a more Democratic seat in redistricting.
Iowa
| INCUMBENT | PARTY | DIST | RECEIPTS | CASH-ON-HAND |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinson, Ashley | R | IA-1 | $1,443,371 | $929,482 |
| Axne, Cindy | D | IA-3 | $1,292,496 | $1,038,635 |
| Miller-Meeks, M. | R | IA-2 | $1,045,361 | $1,174,066 |
As we can see from the fundraising totals, Iowa could be the most competitive US House state in 2022 with three of the state’s four seats being top-tier challenger races.
Kansas
| INCUMBENT | PARTY | DIST | RECEIPTS | CASH-ON-HAND |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davids, Sharice | D | KS-3 | $1,192,865 | $1,222,016 |
