2026 Midterms See Record-Breaking Barrage of Attack Ads

The 2026 midterm campaign season is witnessing an unprecedented volume of negative political advertising, including AI-generated spots in Texas and highly toxic ads in Ohio. This escalation in attack ads reflects the intensifying competition for control of Congress, though the specific impact on voter sentiment remains uncertain.

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