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Campaign Finance Laws Institutionalize Corruption

Powerful political allies get a pass, while dissenters are crushed with massive fines. This isn’t a flaw in the system—it’s the point.

Reason · Jun 23, 2025

House Ethics panel continues scrutiny of Rep. Cory Mills - Roll Call

Allegations referred to the panel by the Office of Congressional Conduct involve campaign finance and government contracts.

Roll Call · Mar 27, 2025

FEC clears Ted Cruz of wrongdoing over podcast syndicator’s donations to super PAC

The agency dismissed a campaign finance watchdog complaint after finding no evidence Cruz “solicited, directed, received, transferred, or spent the funds.”

The Texas Tribune · Feb 21, 2025

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Texas congressmen cleared in ethics investigation over campaign finance spending

The ethics committee said existing law and guidance from the Federal Election Commission is “often ambiguous” and provides gray areas of spending.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 30, 2024

Taiwan’s presidential hopeful Ko charged with bribery, misusing donations

Former major of Taipei Ko Wen-je has been indicted over property development and campaign finance scandals.

Al Jazeera · Dec 26, 2024

US business leaders set to break record on donations to Trump inaugural fund

Donations, not restricted by campaign finance laws, come as industries seek favor with incoming administration

The Guardian - US · Dec 25, 2024

Conservative Groups Challenge Maine Law Limiting Super PAC Donations

Conservative groups challenge Maine law limiting PAC donations, sparking legal battle over free speech rights and campaign finance reform.

Victorian independents’ potential High Court challenge to political donations laws has merit - and there are federal implications too

A prospective constitutional challenge to Victorian campaign finance laws may have flow-on consequences for Commonwealth campaign finance reforms, which have currently stalled in the Senate.

The Conversation · Dec 12, 2024

Campaign finance records don’t capture total spending on Amarillo abortion “travel ban” election

Several prominent Amarillo business people donated to support the so-called travel ban. Meanwhile, statewide progressive groups helped the opposition.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 9, 2024

Eric Adams Gamed a New York Campaign Finance Scheme That Was Ripe for Corruption

The New York City mayor's kickbacks from Turkish officials translated into extra cash from taxpayers.

Reason · Dec 5, 2024

Trump-pardoned filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza flamed for attacking Biden for pardoning son

D’Souza was pardoned for campaign finance violations in 2018

The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2024

Kamala Harris Campaign Still Seeking Donations Weeks After Election

Vice President Kamala Harris' post-election fundraising efforts and financial challenges highlight complexities of campaign finance and aftermath of a clos...

Supreme Court Upholds Alaska Campaign Contribution Disclosure Rules

Supreme Court upholds Alaska's campaign contribution disclosure rules from 2020 ballot measure, promoting transparency in campaign finance.

Eric Adams aide under FBI investigation was key player at fundraiser with reported ‘straw’ donations

Revealed: Video footage casts doubt on compliance with campaign finance laws and past characterizations of the event by the Adams campaign

The Guardian - US · Nov 13, 2024

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Maine Residents Overwhelmingly Approve Campaign Finance Reform Initiative

Maine residents pass referendum to limit individual donations to super PACs, addressing corruption in politics.

Roll Call · Nov 4, 2024

As dark money floods campaign, advocates hope Harris, Dems could push changes - Roll Call

Advocates of changing campaign finance law are hoping a Democratic sweep in the elections would help usher in a new agenda.

Abortion Ballot Measure Campaigns See Massive Funding Disparities

Analysis of campaign finance data reveals abortion-rights groups outspending opponents in nine states, influencing public opinion and legislative outcomes.

Reason · Oct 29, 2024

A Look Back at the Panic Over Big Money in Politics

Law professor Ann Southworth offers a balanced take on the fallout from the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision.

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The Guardian - US · Oct 27, 2024

Lopsided playing field: executives with deep pockets spend big on Oakland recall races

California’s billionaires have altered San Francisco politics. The playbook is being repeated across the Bay

Sen. Baldwin And Challenger Hovde Clash On Abortion Rights

Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin and Republican challenger Eric Hovde debate abortion rights and campaign finance in Wisconsin.

House Democrats Sue FEC Over Campaign Finance Loophole

DCCC sues FEC over alleged campaign finance loophole exploited by Republicans, seeking court ruling before the upcoming election.

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2024

Elon Musk commits $70 million to boost Donald Trump

Elon Musk, the tech mogul who is the world’s richest man, plunged more than $70 million of his personal fortune into helping Donald Trump and other Republicans win in November’s election, making him one of the biggest donors to GOP causes this campaign season, according to campaign finances disclosures released…

Supreme Court Declines First Amendment Appeals On Gun Safety, Protests

Supreme Court decisions on gun safety, protests, and campaign finance have implications for free speech and transparency.

Latin Times · Oct 5, 2024

Deadline Passes for Treasury Secretary to Hand Over Documents Related to 'Suspicious' Democrat Fundraising

The GOP-led House Oversight Committee said reports raised concerns about the "threat of fraud and evasion of campaign finance law" and that a PAC tied to Democrats could have been compromised

NYC Mayor Faces Federal Corruption Charges, Denies Wrongdoing

New York City mayor faces federal corruption charges for bribery, wire fraud, and campaign finance violations.

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