Michelle Steel (R)
Michelle Steel (R), a 2026 candidate in California’s 45th District, has $1.3M raised or spent on their behalf this cycle: $1.3M raised by the campaign.
- Campaign raised$1.3M
- Campaign spent$2.2M
- Cash on hand$0
- Outside money for$0
- Outside money against$6K
Campaign reports through Oct. 9, 2025. Outside spending from FEC filings through Oct. 30, 2026.
Where the money comes from · 2026 cycle
Includes campaign reports through Oct. 9, 2025. Outside groups also spent $6K against Michelle Steel, which isn’t counted here.
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| Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Campaign fundraising through Oct. 9, 2025 | $1,252,672 |
| The candidate’s own money | $1,131,500 |
| Individuals, over $200 | $52,551 |
| Individuals, $200 or less | $40,517 |
| Other receipts | $17,669 |
| Joint fundraising transfers | $7,934 |
| PACs and other committees | $2,500 |
| Total | $1,252,672 |
Campaign fundraising is what the candidate’s committees report receiving, before spending. Party coordinated spending is money a party spends in cooperation with the campaign, within limits set by law. Outside groups supporting the candidate report independent expenditures and can’t coordinate with the campaign. How this works
Outside groups spending for and against Michelle Steel · 1 line, every election this cycle
| Group | For or against | General | Primary and other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care Saves Lives Super PAC | AGAINST | $0 | $6,200 | $6,200 |