House GOP, NRCC Raise $24 Million Amid Shutdown Stalemate/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ House Republicans’ campaign arm, the NRCC, announced a $24 million fundraising haul from July through September, with nearly $14 million in September alone, its best non-election-year month on record. The GOP credits its conservative base and President Trump’s leadership for the surge. The announcement comes as the government shutdown enters its third week amid partisan funding battles.
GOP Fundraising Surge Quick Looks
- NRCC raised $23.95 million between July and September
- $13.95 million came in September alone — a record for a non-election year
- House GOP ends Q3 with $46 million cash on hand
- Total of $93 million raised in 2025 so far
- NRCC outraised DCCC in Q2: $32.3M vs. $29.1M
- Shutdown reaches 20 days amid partisan gridlock over funding
- GOP accuses Democrats of “holding government hostage” over healthcare demands
- Democrats say Republicans risking millions’ healthcare costs
- Speaker Mike Johnson and NRCC Chair Richard Hudson project confidence heading into 2026 midterms
- Senate remains deadlocked on short-term funding bill
Deep Look: GOP Boasts $24M Fundraising Haul as Shutdown Continues
WASHINGTON (Oct. 20, 2025) — As the government shutdown stretches into its 20th day, House Republicans are touting a major fundraising win. The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) reported raising nearly $24 million from July through September, including an impressive $13.95 million in September alone — marking its best September fundraising total in a non-election year.
According to NRCC figures shared with Fox News Digital, the group now holds $46 million in cash on hand and has raised $93 million so far in 2025, as it gears up for next year’s critical midterm elections.
The strong fundraising numbers arrive as Congress remains locked in a stalemate over federal spending, with key government operations still shuttered and negotiations stalled between House Republicans and Senate Democrats.
Hudson: GOP Building “Unstoppable Momentum”
NRCC Chair Rep. Richard Hudson (R-N.C.) celebrated the record haul, crediting grassroots enthusiasm and GOP unity under former President Trump’s leadership.
“House Republicans are firing on all cylinders,” Hudson said in a statement. “Our majority funded the federal government, and we’re delivering for working families and building unstoppable momentum heading into 2026.”
Hudson added,
“With President Trump leading the charge and voters rallying behind our conservative agenda, we’re raising record-breaking resources to hold the House and grow our majority.”
The fundraising figures come as Republicans look to defend their slim House majority in 2026 — an election cycle that historically favors the opposition party. The GOP has held control of the chamber since early 2023.
NRCC Outpaces Democrats in Latest Quarter
The NRCC outperformed its Democratic counterpart, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), in the previous quarter, raising $32.3 million to the DCCC’s $29.1 million. However, the DCCC currently maintains a slight advantage in cash reserves, with $39.7 million on hand compared to the NRCC’s $37.6 million.
Despite the close financial race, Republicans are emphasizing what they describe as a surge of enthusiasm from conservative donors — particularly amid ongoing frustration over federal spending, border security, and healthcare costs.
Shutdown Fuels Political Messaging Battle
The fundraising boost coincides with an ongoing political standoff over government funding, now in its third week. The shutdown began after Congress failed to pass a long-term spending bill before the fiscal deadline. While the House approved a seven-week temporary funding measure on Sept. 19, the bill has stalled in the Senate, where several Democratic votes are needed to overcome a filibuster.
Republicans have accused Democrats of obstructing progress for political gain.
“Democrats are holding the government hostage,” one senior GOP aide said, “demanding extensions of wasteful spending programs instead of negotiating responsibly.”
Democrats counter that Republicans are risking healthcare coverage for millions by refusing to extend pandemic-era Obamacare subsidies, which are set to expire later this year without congressional action.
The debate has spilled into the public arena, with both parties seeking to win over voters ahead of 2026. GOP leaders argue the impasse exposes Democrats’ disunity, while Democrats point to what they call Republican mismanagement and extremism in budget negotiations.
Speaker Johnson Projects Confidence
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), who has been leading negotiations and defending the House GOP’s spending bill, remains optimistic despite growing pressure from both sides.
Appearing last week at a press conference on Capitol Hill, Johnson said,
“House Republicans are unified in our effort to get America’s fiscal house in order. We passed a responsible funding bill. The Senate and White House need to do their jobs.”
Political analysts note that while the shutdown has strained federal services and public patience, it has also energized political bases — with both parties leveraging the situation for campaign fundraising.
Eyeing the 2026 Midterms
The 2026 midterms will determine whether Republicans can retain control of the House and possibly expand their majority. With President Trump leading the GOP ticket and polling showing a divided electorate, both parties are bracing for an expensive, high-stakes campaign year.
For now, the NRCC’s robust cash position offers a strategic edge in early advertising and candidate recruitment — key factors in competitive swing districts.
Hudson said the focus now is “turning momentum into victories.”
“We’re ready to protect every seat and go on offense,” he said. “The American people are with us.”
