Show Us The Money

Carol Miller raised $1.43 million in the 2026 election cycle through April 22, representing a strong fundraising haul for the Republican incumbent from West Virginia's 1st Congressional District. Individual donors contributed $421,287 to her campaign, while political action committees and other political committees contributed just over $1 million, about 70% of her total receipts. As of April 22, 2026, Miller reported $729,464 in cash on hand and carried $417,993 in outstanding debts. She spent $941,654 during the period.

Candidate Rankings

Miller ranks among the state's top fundraisers but trails the leading money-raiser significantly. Shelley Moore Capito, a Republican incumbent, leads West Virginia candidates with $3,906,185.63 raised in the 2026 cycle and $4,064,753.28 in cash on hand as of April 22. Jonathan Derrick Evans raised $1,215,521.63, placing him second. Riley Moore brought in $1,133,936.61, putting him third. Miller's $1.43 million places her in the upper tier of the field.

Across the state, candidates have raised roughly $48.05 million in the 2026 cycle. Miller's $1.43 million represents about 3% of that statewide total. Republican candidates in West Virginia have collectively raised $9.51 million across nine candidates, while Democratic candidates have raised $1.06 million across seven candidates. One Independent candidate raised $13,776.25.

Contributors

Political action committees and other political committees have been Miller's primary funding source throughout her recent electoral history. In the 2024 cycle, PAC and committee contributions topped $1.14 million out of $1.75 million raised. Her principal campaign committee is Carol for Congress, and she also operates a joint fundraising committee called Miller Victory Fund.

Incumbents vs. Challengers

Incumbents in West Virginia are generally outpacing challengers and open-seat candidates in the 2026 cycle. Miller, running as an incumbent, holds a significant financial advantage over most non-incumbent candidates in the state. Her $729,464 cash-on-hand position provides a strong cushion heading into the general election season compared with most other candidates in the state field.

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Source: Federal Election Commission (FEC), data current as of April 22, 2026.

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