Rep. Brad Schneider (D-Ill.) is hitting the campaign trail hard as he runs to be leader of the New Democratic Coalition in the next Congress.
This cycle, Schneider has raised and given over $3 million to Democrats. And $2.5 million of these funds have gone to New Dem members and candidates.
In the third quarter alone, Schneider raised and gave $1 million. Schneider has also exceeded his DCCC dues — he’s chipped in $350,000 — and raised a further $1.4 million for the campaign arm.
Last week, Schneider brought in $60,000 during events in Nevada and Colorado supporting two New Dem Frontliners, Reps. Steven Horsford (Nev.) and Yadira Caraveo (Colo.). Schneider also held a fundraiser for Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-Mich.) in Illinois.
Schneider is facing off against Rep. Sharice Davids (D-Kan.) in one of the most closely watched leadership contests in the House. A big part of Schneider’s pitch is that his political chops will benefit New Dems, a group that proudly proclaims it includes most of the Democratic Frontliners.
The current vice chair of communications for New Dems, Schneider has extensive leadership experience within the group and served as the leader of the New Dem campaign arm from 2020 to 2022.
What’s next: Schneider is aiming to campaign for House Democratic candidates in Michigan and New York later this month. Schneider is also hosting virtual fundraisers for Democrats running in Ohio, Iowa and Alabama.
