Republicans increase advertising during NFL and college football games
Axios · September 19, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
Republicans are investing significantly in advertising during NFL and college football games to reach male voters, who are an important demographic for their party. Data shows Republicans ran over 5,500 TV ads compared to about 470 from Democrats during one recent weekend of games.
Why it matters
This advertising strategy highlights how political parties leverage popular culture to connect with voters.
How this story affects people
How does this story affect you if you are a male voter who watches football?
The increased advertising during games may influence your perception of Republican candidates and their policies. This strategy aims to regain support from male voters, especially younger ones, who have shown a shift towards Democratic candidates.
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