Incumbents have a harder time raising money and so tend to spend less than their challengers.

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Incumbents have a fundraising advantage as they have an established network and track record, making it easier for them to raise money. They also have access to party resources and PACs that typically support incumbents. Therefore, they tend to spend more money on their election campaigns than their challengers.

Incumbents Have a Harder Time Raising Money and So Tend