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DCCC Statement on Zach Dembo's Debate Victory Over Ralph Alvarado in KY-06
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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DCCC Statement on Zach Dembo's Debate Victory Over Ralph Alvarado in KY-06
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DCCC Spokesperson Eli Cousin issued the following statement after ninth generation Kentuckian, Navy veteran, and former federal prosecutor Zach Dembo won tonight's Fox56 debate against career politician Ralph Alvarado:
"Tonight's debate showed exactly why Zach Dembo is surging in this race. Dembo isn't a career politician - he's a veteran and political outsider running to shake up a broken Washington in
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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DCCC Statement on Zach Dembo's Debate Victory Over Ralph Alvarado in KY-06
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DCCC Spokesperson Eli Cousin issued the following statement after ninth generation Kentuckian, Navy veteran, and former federal prosecutor Zach Dembo won tonight's Fox56 debate against career politician Ralph Alvarado:
"Tonight's debate showed exactly why Zach Dembo is surging in this race. Dembo isn't a career politician - he's a veteran and political outsider running to shake up a broken Washington inorder to lower costs and put Central Kentucky first. Voters who tuned in saw a clear contrast between Dembo's record of service versus his opponent Ralph Alvarado's record of corruption. A vote for Dembo is a vote for change, while a vote for Alvarado is a vote for everything that's wrong with the broken and corrupt political system that is costing Central Kentuckians."
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/dccc-statement-on-zach-dembos-debate-victory-over-ralph-alvarado-in-ky-06/
NEW: DCCC Launches Mailers Targeting Rural Voters in IA-03, KY-06, and MT-01
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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NEW: DCCC Launches Mailers Targeting Rural Voters in IA-03, KY-06, and MT-01
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The DCCC is launching additional mailers targeting rural voters in IA-03, KY-06, and MT-01 -- a six-figure investment -- who have been left behind by Republicans' failures.
The mailers highlight how Republicans aren't fighting for hardworking rural families and instead are selling them out at every turn. In IA-03, Zach Nunn is fueling his campaign with over $400k from drug and insurance companies while
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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NEW: DCCC Launches Mailers Targeting Rural Voters in IA-03, KY-06, and MT-01
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The DCCC is launching additional mailers targeting rural voters in IA-03, KY-06, and MT-01 -- a six-figure investment -- who have been left behind by Republicans' failures.
The mailers highlight how Republicans aren't fighting for hardworking rural families and instead are selling them out at every turn. In IA-03, Zach Nunn is fueling his campaign with over $400k from drug and insurance companies whileIowans face a rural health crisis. In KY-06, Ralph Alvarado is supporting the largest health care cuts in history, which will result in 200,000 Kentuckians losing their coverage and put rural hospitals at risk of closing. In MT-01, Aaron Flint is backed by out-of-state corporations that are pricing out real Montanans and threatening their way of life.
See examples of the mailers below:
The mailers are part of the DCCC's Our Power, Our Country Program, an historic eight-figure investment to engage voters of color and rural communities. The investment also marks the first time the DCCC has had a program dedicated to specifically engaging rural voters.
DCCC Rural Engagement Manager Jacob Burg:
"Politicians like Aaron Flint, Ralph Alvarado, and Zach Nunn are selling off our way of life, while out-of-staters and big companies bankroll their campaigns. Rural folks want representatives in Congress who put our communities first, not ones that want to be yes-men to a corrupt Washington."
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/new-dccc-launches-mailers-targeting-rural-voters-in-ia-03-ky-06-and-mt-01/
NEW POLL: Jessica Killin Running Ahead of Jeff Crank in the Battle for CO-05
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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NEW POLL: Jessica Killin Running Ahead of Jeff Crank in the Battle for CO-05
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New polling shows Army veteran Jessica Killin leading vulnerable Republican Jeff Crank by 2 points, 46-44% -- a "major victory" as Killin builds momentum to be the first Democrat to represent Colorado's Fifth Congressional District.
Despite Trump winning the district by 9 points in 2024, "Democrats are confident they can contest the district" as hardworking Coloradans sour on Crank and House Republicans'
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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NEW POLL: Jessica Killin Running Ahead of Jeff Crank in the Battle for CO-05
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New polling shows Army veteran Jessica Killin leading vulnerable Republican Jeff Crank by 2 points, 46-44% -- a "major victory" as Killin builds momentum to be the first Democrat to represent Colorado's Fifth Congressional District.
Despite Trump winning the district by 9 points in 2024, "Democrats are confident they can contest the district" as hardworking Coloradans sour on Crank and House Republicans'agenda of broken promises.
The poll is just the latest proof point that momentum is on Killin's side as she expands her lead in the polls, grows her fundraising edge over Crank, and sees three non-partisan race raters shifting CO-05 in her direction. And while Jeff Crank continues to leave Coloradans behind, Killin is taking to the airwaves to hold him accountable.
DCCC Spokesperson Lindsay Reilly:
"The writing is on the wall for Jeff Crank. Colorado families know they deserve better than Crank's record of broken promises, and they're ready for change. This November, Coloradans will send Jessica Killin to Congress -- a fourth generation Coloradan that's ready to fight for El Paso County."
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Colorado Sun: Jessica Killin is essentially tied with Jeff Crank in Colorado Springs' congressional district, poll shows
* Democrat Jessica Killin is essentially tied with Republican U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank in Colorado's 5th Congressional District with about two weeks left before Election Day, according to a recent poll conducted on behalf of Killin's campaign.
* Killin had 46% of the vote to Crank's 44% in a two-way survey from Oct. 14-18.
* But the fact that the race is even close, let alone the possibility that Killin is leading, is itself a major victory for Democrats, who have never won in the 5th District, which was created in the 1970s and is centered on Colorado Springs. Crank beat his Democratic opponent by 14 percentage points in 2024 and President Donald Trump won El Paso County by about 10 points that year.
* Killin fared even better when poll participants were asked who they would choose among all four candidates on the ballot in the 5th District, including Christopher Mitchell of the American Constitution Party and Libertarian Mark Elworth Jr.
* In that four-way race, the poll showed Killin with 43% of the vote, Crank with 38%, Mitchell with 4% and Elworth at 3%.
* But Killin has maintained her competitiveness, and potentially picked up a small lead, despite an onslaught of ads in the 5th District supporting Crank, who is finishing up his first term in Washington.
Semafor: 'Through the looking glass'
* Democrats are releasing polling showing Colorado's Jessica Killin holding a slim 46-44 lead within the margin of error over incumbent Republican Rep. Jeff Crank in the state's 5th congressional district, with 10% undecided.
* Democrats are confident they can contest the district, where President Trump's favorability is underwater, despite him winning the district by nine points in 2024.
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/%f0%9f%9a%a8-new-poll-jessica-killin-running-ahead-of-jeff-crank-in-the-battle-for-co-05/
Elon Musk Funnels Seven Figures Into Jay Feely and Juan Ciscomani's Flailing Campaigns
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Elon Musk Funnels Seven Figures Into Jay Feely and Juan Ciscomani's Flailing Campaigns
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As Jay Feely and Juan Ciscomani's loyalty to Donald Trump and his cost-hiking agenda continue to sink their election chances, they're calling in their favorite trillionaire to bail them out.
According to new reporting, Elon Musk is pouring more than $1 million into Arizona's 1st and 6th districts to try and save Feely and Ciscomani's doomed campaigns. The funding comes after Feely and Ciscomani
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Elon Musk Funnels Seven Figures Into Jay Feely and Juan Ciscomani's Flailing Campaigns
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As Jay Feely and Juan Ciscomani's loyalty to Donald Trump and his cost-hiking agenda continue to sink their election chances, they're calling in their favorite trillionaire to bail them out.
According to new reporting, Elon Musk is pouring more than $1 million into Arizona's 1st and 6th districts to try and save Feely and Ciscomani's doomed campaigns. The funding comes after Feely and Ciscomaniboth backed health care and SNAP cuts to pay for permanent tax breaks for billionaires and trillionaires like Musk.
Ciscomani was an especially staunch supporter of Elon Musk's cuts to veterans' health care, even saying he was "thrilled" to work with DOGE - a saga that led to a retired Army officer resigning from Ciscomani's veterans advisory council. Because of Ciscomani, Southern Arizona veterans face longer wait times and may have to travel out of state to get the care they need.
While Feely and Ciscomani are happy taking daddy's money, working Arizonans aren't so pleased. Voters in Arizona are calling out Feely and Ciscomani for bringing "outsiders like Musk... [into] local politics."
DCCC Spokesperson Lindsay Reilly:
"Jay Feely and Juan Ciscomani sold themselves out to the ultrawealthy while working Arizonans struggle to make ends meet. Elon Musk, Feely, and Ciscomani can try to buy elections all they want, but no amount of cash can cover up their broken promises to Arizonans."
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/elon-musk-funnels-seven-figures-into-jay-feely-and-juan-ciscomanis-flailing-campaigns/
DCCC Releases New TV Ad in OH-10: "Running"
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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DCCC Releases New TV Ad in OH-10: "Running"
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The DCCC released a new TV ad in the race for Ohio's 10th District, "Running," highlighting Kristina Knickerbocker's record of fighting for the very Ohioans Mike Turner has sold out to special interests and billionaires in Washington.
Kristina has spent her life answering the call to serve time and time again -- serving at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, caring for patients as a nurse practitioner, and giving back to her community. While
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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DCCC Releases New TV Ad in OH-10: "Running"
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The DCCC released a new TV ad in the race for Ohio's 10th District, "Running," highlighting Kristina Knickerbocker's record of fighting for the very Ohioans Mike Turner has sold out to special interests and billionaires in Washington.
Kristina has spent her life answering the call to serve time and time again -- serving at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, caring for patients as a nurse practitioner, and giving back to her community. WhileTurner has lost Ohioans' trust by siding with party insiders and lobbyists at every turn, Ohioans are ready to put their trust in Kristina, who will stand up to special interests.
The ad - one of two initial ads to run in OH-10 from the DCCC and Knickerbocker for Congress - is airing in the Dayton media market beginning today and is part of the committee's coordinated spending in key battleground districts.
Transcript:
It's time we had someone in Congress who actually stands up for us.
That's Kristina Knickerbocker.
Someone who's on the frontlines fighting for better health care.
That's Kristina Knickerbocker.
Someone who's seen the rigged system make our lives harder and more expensive.
That's Kristina Knickerbocker.
"I'm Kristina Knickerbocker, and I approve this message -- because I'm running to stand up to special interests.
And if lobbyists and elites think they can push me around, well, I'd like to see them try."
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/dccc-releases-new-tv-ad-in-oh-10-running/
CATCH UP QUICK: It's Debate Night in KY-06 as Zach Dembo Surges Against Ralph Alvarado
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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CATCH UP QUICK: It's Debate Night in KY-06 as Zach Dembo Surges Against Ralph Alvarado
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Tonight, ninth-generation Kentuckian and Navy veteran Zach Dembo is set to take the debate stage against career politician Ralph Alvarado. The toss up race is drawing attention as Dembo surges while Alvarado stumbles.
Here's what you need to know...
1. Polling shows a toss up race - with Dembo even opening up a lead in the home stretch. Nonpartisan race raters including Cook Political Report
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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CATCH UP QUICK: It's Debate Night in KY-06 as Zach Dembo Surges Against Ralph Alvarado
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Tonight, ninth-generation Kentuckian and Navy veteran Zach Dembo is set to take the debate stage against career politician Ralph Alvarado. The toss up race is drawing attention as Dembo surges while Alvarado stumbles.
Here's what you need to know...
1. Polling shows a toss up race - with Dembo even opening up a lead in the home stretch. Nonpartisan race raters including Cook Political Reporthave shifted the race in Dembo's direction.
2. Dembo has received praise for his plans to root out corruption in Washington.
3. Alvarado's entire campaign has been defined by his record of corruption and his ties to disgraced former Governor Matt Bevin.
4. National press is recognizing Dembo's strong campaign and highlighting that this is a key race to watch on election night.
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/catch-up-quick-its-debate-night-in-ky-06-as-zach-dembo-surges-against-ralph-alvarado/ (TNSmrp)
BREAKING: David Flippo's Largest Asset Appears To Be Defrauding Investors While Funneling Money Into His And His Endorsers' Coffers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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BREAKING: David Flippo's Largest Asset Appears To Be Defrauding Investors While Funneling Money Into His And His Endorsers' Coffers
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Multiple experts are warning that David Flippo's largest asset, Arizona Land Reserve, could be defrauding investors - many of whom are "women in their seventies or eighties." At the same time, Arizona Land Reserve and its employees are funnelling "hundreds of thousands of dollars" into Flippo's campaign and into groups that then endorsed Flippo.
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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BREAKING: David Flippo's Largest Asset Appears To Be Defrauding Investors While Funneling Money Into His And His Endorsers' Coffers
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Multiple experts are warning that David Flippo's largest asset, Arizona Land Reserve, could be defrauding investors - many of whom are "women in their seventies or eighties." At the same time, Arizona Land Reserve and its employees are funnelling "hundreds of thousands of dollars" into Flippo's campaign and into groups that then endorsed Flippo.
HEREARE THE DETAILS: Flippo and his business partners are promising constant 20% returns, which a forensic accountant and expert DOJ witness calls a "huge red flag." Another expert says that the real estate project that's supposed to produce the supposed returns is "a batshit crazy-ass idea" that has a "feasibility of zero." Meanwhile, investors are getting "nothing back" from Arizona Land Reserve when their loans come due.
DCCC Spokesperson Lindsay Reilly:
"Republican Mark Amodei was right: David Flippo is a fraud who has no business being in Congress. Flippo owes Nevadans an explanation."
READ THE BOMBSHELL REPORTING FOR YOURSELF.
Mother Jones: Experts Say Land Venture Linked to David Flippo is "Batshit" and a "Huge Red Flag"
* The company is Flippo's largest identifiable asset, according to an unofficial financial disclosure his campaign provided to the Nevada Independent.
* Flippo--a retired Air Force officer and licensed financial adviser--may have used his credentials to help provide an air of legitimacy to a dubious company that spent lavishly on his behalf.
* To meet its target of "constant" 20 percent annual returns, Arizona Land Reserve has said it plans to acquire 3,000 apartments in central and midwestern states with $14 million in capital.
* Mark Stapp, an expert in Arizona real estate development, put the chances of acquiring thousands of apartments for that amount at between "slim and none." Overall, Stapp said, the project's "feasibility is zero."
* Flippo, who first ran for Congress in 2024, has still not filed an official financial disclosure, even though he has been legally required to do so on an annual basis since 2023.
* Meanwhile, he has reported putting more than $2.5 million of his own money into his campaigns, despite having no apparent source of such wealth.
* "Where is that [money] from?" Amodei asked about the self-funding Flippo has reported. "Do you have any confidence on the non-answers? Or just plain ignoring the question: Well, who's paying for this guy's 'personal loans' to his campaign? That's why I use the word fraud."
* A large number of the people they persuaded to invest in that project were women in their seventies or eighties, public records show.
* In May 2025, Flippo, McDowell, and Tuminello appeared together at a Nevada Republican luncheon. The following month, Arizona Land Reserve made a $50,000 donation to the Nevada Republican Party. The party's chairman went on to help push for Donald Trump's endorsement of Flippo in the primary.
* In January 2026... Arizona Land Reserve made its first federal political contribution by giving $50,000 to [Turning Point Action]. The following month, Turning Point Action endorsed Flippo.
* In June, Arizona Land Reserve gave another $50,000 to the Freedom Caucus Fund, which had already endorsed Flippo.
* The contributions from Arizona Land Reserve are notable both because they seemed designed to pave the way for Flippo's congressional campaign and because the company had no apparent source of funds other than investor capital.
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/breaking-david-flippos-largest-asset-appears-to-be-defrauding-investors-while-funneling-money-into-his-and-his-endorsers-coffers/
