The Supreme Court on September 4, 2026, lifted a prior ruling that restricted party committees from obtaining lower advertising rates ahead of the November elections. This decision temporarily favors Republican party committees in an emergency case that faced significant opposition from Democratic lawmakers. According to federal law, broadcast stations are required to provide their lowest available advertising rates during the 60 days leading up to a general election.
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Supreme Court lifts ruling on TV ad rates for party committees
The Supreme Court has lifted a ruling that limited party committees' access to lower advertising rates before the November elections. This decision currently benefits Republican committees and has met with strong opposition from Democrats.
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Supreme Court sides with GOP in fight over TV ad rates; Jackson dissents
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Supreme Court lifts ruling on TV ad rates for party committees