National Journal: “With Santos’ expulsion, Republicans can afford to lose only three votes on legislation, meaning it’s all the more important for the GOP to keep the seat. Democrats hope a win will propel them into a wave in New York and across the country, setting the stage for an expensive race that will be contested by both parties.”
“Operatives on both sides of the aisle expect this to be one of the most expensive special elections in history, and they expect both parties to invest heavily. One House Democratic strategist said spending could approach or exceed that of the 2017 special election in Georgia’s 6th District. That race, the most expensive special House election in history, saw nearly $30 million in spending.”
