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What Happened to End Citizens United PAC v. FEC?

The D.C. Circuit reheard the case en banc over sixteen months ago, but there's still no opinion.

Reason

Unlimited political spending is here

The Supreme Court has killed one of the last checks on election spending

Salon

Political parties can now spend unlimited money supporting candidates, after Supreme Court overturns decades of precedent

A decades-old law limiting how much money political parties can spend in coordination with candidates was struck down by the Supreme Court on June 30, 2026. Citing First Amendment principles, the court held in NRSC v. FEC that the limit unduly prevented political parties from “freely” and “fully” advocating for…

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US supreme court strikes down limits on campaign spending

Case stems from 2022 lawsuit challenging FEC’s enforcement of limits on ‘coordinated party expenditures’

The Guardian - US

Supreme Court strikes down campaign coordination limits

The Supreme Court overturned a key campaign finance restriction in a decision issued Tuesday, clearing the way for political parties nationwide to spend unlimited amounts on behalf of candidates in federal elections. The 6-3 decision came in a challenge from the National Republican Senatorial Committee, as well as Vice President…

Roll Call

A McCarthy-Linked Nonprofit Quietly Bankrolled 'Liberal' Pop-Up PACs to Hand-Pick Democrats' Weakest Candidates

Federal filings reveal Republican-funded PACs, disguised with progressive names, influencing Democratic primaries by supporting weaker candidates, sparking controversy and scrutiny over campaign finance tactics.

International Business Times UK

Trump Loyalist Jim Jordan Ally Group Got 'Dark Money' From GEO Group As ICE Detention Profits Came Under Scrutiny

A watchdog complaint alleges a misreported £185,000 payment by GEO Group to a Jim Jordan-linked PAC, raising questions about federal contractor rules and campaign finance transparency.

International Business Times UK

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Texas PAC targets squeamish Republicans

Moment of Truth PAC is aiming to spotlight Ken Paxton’s controversies.

Salon

Iowa becomes the 25th state to ban foreign contributions to ballot measure committees

On June 2, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) signed legislation, HF 2601, which prohibits foreign contributions in ballot measure elections.

Ballotpedia

Inside NYC’s overlooked primary

In Queens, Chuck Park’s campaign is betting that a robust ground game can overcome a well-funded incumbent

Salon

Thomas Massie Files To Run For The House Again In 2028 Days After Losing Against Trump-Backed Candidate

Rep. Thomas Massie said his political career won't end with his bruising primary defeat and filed to run for the same House seat.

International Business Times

Massie's 2028 White House Filing Reframes His Feud With Trump as a Full Presidential Power Play

Thomas Massie filed for a 2028 federal bid after losing his Kentucky seat to a Trump-backed challenger, leaving open the possibility of a presidential run.

International Business Times UK

Here are the megadonors and dark money groups bankrolling John Cornyn and Ken Paxton’s Senate primary

The incumbent senator has dominated financially, thanks to an array of megadonors and dark money groups. The Tribune assembled a guide to the money behind the most expensive Senate primary ever.

The Texas Tribune

Scoop: GOP called Howard Lutnick to reverse crypto PAC's Texas move

"This was not a smart move."

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The Texas Tribune

Cryptocurrency industry is on track to surpass 2024 spending on Texas midterm races

So far this year, cryptocurrency PACs have spent more than $2.5 million on Texas congressional candidates, up from $1 million in 2024.

The Guardian - US

A major US court case could help fix the ills of Citizens United

A Maine lawsuit has suddenly become the most significant anti-corruption battle inside America’s legal system

The Independent UK

TLC’s Chilli claims donations to Trump campaign were a ‘mistake’: ‘I am not MAGA’

Thomas asked for ‘grace’ and said she learned a ‘valuable lesson’

The Independent UK

TLC member Chilli donated to Trump campaign, records show

Thomas made around $1,000 of donations to Republican-linked fundraising groups in 2024

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Texas congressional candidate with extremist views backed by hard-right donors

After tech billionaire Peter Thiel and others donated to Jace Yarbrough’s campaign, Donald Trump endorsed him

The Texas Tribune

Former MLB player Mark Teixeira is heavy favorite in GOP primary to succeed Chip Roy in Congress

The former Texas Rangers first baseman has poured $2.5 million of his own money into the race and recently scooped up the key endorsement of President Donald Trump.

The Guardian - US

Kyrsten Sinema gave $9,000 to man she’s accused of having an affair with

Funds, paid to former security guard Matthew Ammel, were from former US senator’s campaign committee in October

Reason

"The Buckley Principles," by Lee E. Goodman

"The core First Amendment principles of Buckley v. Valeo endure after fifty years."

International Business Times UK

Trump Dupes Own Supporters With 'MAGA Is The Brink of a Disaster' Messaging For Fundraising

Trump's Christmas fundraising email warns MAGA is 'on the brink of disaster' while quietly pre-checking a £785 ($1,000) automatic donation — echoing tactics previously flagged in court records and FEC filings.

International Business Times UK

Lauren Boebert Used Campaign Funds for Travel to See Kid Rock, Filings Show

Lauren Boebert accused of using campaign funds for Kid Rock date night.

The Independent UK

Did Lauren Boebert use campaign funds to visit rumored boyfriend Kid Rock?

Federal Election Commission records show payments made for a hotel in Arlington, Texas, and event tickets in May

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