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POLITICO Playbook Daily Briefing

May 18, 2018

May 18, 2018
Josh Hawley, a rising Republican Senate candidate from Missouri, dives into the financial dynamics of the RNC's impressive $13 million fundraising in April. He shares insights on how this cash surge could impact the upcoming elections. The conversation also tackles the complex challenges House Republicans face regarding immigration legislation, alongside significant political updates like NAFTA negotiations. Hawley's perspective provides a refreshing look at the strategies shaping the Republican agenda.
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  • The RNC achieved a historic fundraising milestone of $13 million in April, positioning itself strongly for the upcoming elections.
  • House Republicans are grappling with a complex immigration strategy to maintain control during an election year, facing internal ideological differences.

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RNC Fundraising Success

The Republican National Committee achieved a significant fundraising milestone, bringing in $13 million in April, the highest total for a non-presidential April on record. This figure surpasses the previous record from 2005, when the RNC raised nearly $10.5 million in the same month. Cumulatively, the RNC has raised $184.5 million in this cycle and holds $43.8 million in cash with no debt, positioning itself strongly as they prepare for the upcoming elections. RNC Chair Ronna Romney McDaniel highlighted that these funds will aid Republicans in overcoming historical challenges in November.

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