NFL Franchise Owners Invest Heavily in Republican Campaigns Ahead of Midterm Elections

With the midterm elections just days away, NFL team owners are making substantial financial contributions to support Republican candidates. A recent report indicates that they have allocated upwards of $18 million during this election cycle, primarily benefiting the GOP.

Rob Walton, co-owner of the Broncos, has emerged as the largest donor, investing nearly $9 million, including $7 million to the Koch-affiliated Americans for Prosperity. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones also contributed significantly, donating $1 million to Trump’s MAGA Inc. and an additional $500,000 towards Texas races. Other prominent donors include Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam and Dolphins owner Stephen Ross, although some owners have also made contributions to Democratic causes, including Seahawks owner Vinod Khosla with a $2 million donation.