Lawyer Celebrated as Democracy ‘Hero’ Gutted Campaign Finance Laws
From paving the way for super PACs to helping tech companies dodge disclosure rules, Democratic superlawyer Marc Elias has for years worked to empower Big Money political donors.
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Wall Street Ally Next In Line to Lead Committee Overseeing Derivatives
Rep. David Scott (D-Ga.) has been a reliable cosponsor for Republican bills to deregulate derivatives markets.
Biden to Tap Fossil Fuel-Friendly Rep for White House Job
Top Democratic oil and gas PAC money recipient Rep. Cedric Richmond will be hired for an advisory role, according to reports.
Campus Reform Group Is Funneling Koch Money To Groom Right-Wing Reporters
Student supported by Campus Reform are often fast-tracked to jobs with conservative lawmakers, think tanks or media outlets.
Democratic Super PACs Are Getting Wildly Outspent by GOP Groups in Georgia Senate Runoffs
Republican Party-aligned outside groups have spent $2.5 million since Election Day to support Loeffler and Perdue. Democratic groups have yet to report spending a penny.
Here’s How Much Dark and Gray Money Was Spent on Congressional Races
Use these interactive maps to see how much money dark and gray money groups spent on congressional races in your state.
With Deceptive Measure, Missouri GOP Wins Back Power to Gerrymander
Voters approved a measure from state Republicans that reverses redistricting reforms passed on the ballot on 2018 while also making virtually meaningless tweaks to lobbying and campaign finance laws.
Congressman's First Bill Would Benefit His Own Real Estate Business
A bill introduced by Rep. Chris Jacobs' (R-N.Y.)—his first since joining Congress in July—would shield real estate owners from liability for workplace injuries. Jacobs owns real estate throughout Buffalo worth up to $33 million.
Qualcomm Billionaires Launch Last Minute Attack on Granddaughter’s Progressive Opponent
Sara Jacobs' billionaire grandparents have given $3 million to the super PAC now attacking her opponent, Bernie Sanders-endorsed Georgette Gomez.
Wall Street’s Biggest Supporter Could Lose Her House Seat
Ann Wagner, a senior Republican on the House Financial Services Committee, is in danger of losing a seat in suburban St. Louis, despite millions in bank donations.