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US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump claims without evidence that celebrities were paid to endorse Harris

Trump accused entertainers endorsing Kamala Harris of being paid for their support, suggesting this constitutes illegal campaign contributions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We can't just be against Trump. It's time for a bold, progressive populism | Robert Reich

Protests against Trump highlight the need for progressive populism to enhance democracy and counter regressive policies.
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Trump's first-100-days wins, red alert for ActBlue and other commentary

Trump's first 100 days emphasize structural reforms, border security, tax cuts, and campaign finance oversight.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump claims without evidence that celebrities were paid to endorse Harris

Trump accused entertainers endorsing Kamala Harris of being paid for their support, suggesting this constitutes illegal campaign contributions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We can't just be against Trump. It's time for a bold, progressive populism | Robert Reich

Protests against Trump highlight the need for progressive populism to enhance democracy and counter regressive policies.
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Trump's first-100-days wins, red alert for ActBlue and other commentary

Trump's first 100 days emphasize structural reforms, border security, tax cuts, and campaign finance oversight.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

There's No Such Thing as a Free Plane

Trump is negotiating a $400 million gift from Qatar for a personal plane, showcasing a bold disregard for ethical norms.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

There's No Such Thing as a Free Plane

Trump is negotiating a $400 million gift from Qatar for a personal plane, showcasing a bold disregard for ethical norms.
#eric-adams
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Mayor Adams again insists we follow the rules' in light of latest reported straw donations to his campaign | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor's Race: Adams raises $1.5M over past month, on heels of CFB again denying him public funds | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Mayor Adams again insists we follow the rules' in light of latest reported straw donations to his campaign | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor's Race: Adams raises $1.5M over past month, on heels of CFB again denying him public funds | amNewYork

Austin
fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago

Campaign finance reports show incumbents gathering funds - Austin Monitor

Incumbents are fundraising for potential re-election in 2026, with distinct candidates emerging and differing financial statuses.
New York Knicks
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

MSG's James Dolan is rooting and spending against Alvin Bragg's reelection | amNewYork

James Dolan's PACs have significantly funded Diana Florence's independent campaign against Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg.
#andrew-cuomo
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Andrew Cuomo penalized $622K in NYC mayor's race for coordinating with big-money group

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor's Race: CFB awards Cuomo chunk of public funds it withheld over findings of illegal coordination with Super PAC | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Bloomberg allies throw support behind Cuomo's NYC mayoral bid - as ex-gov announces $3.9M campaign fundraising haul

Billionaire allies back Cuomo's mayoral run, raising questions about Bloomberg's position on political rivals.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Restler, advocates call on CFB to continue looking into Cuomo campaign

Councilmember Lincoln Restler urges the Campaign Finance Board to investigate Andrew Cuomo's campaign for multiple alleged violations.
Restler advocates for closing bundling loopholes in campaign finance rules.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC pol wants Cuomo cut off from taxpayer funds in mayor campaign: 'Not following the rules'

Council member calls for investigation into Cuomo's campaign financing practices.
Cuomo allegedly violated campaign finance rules according to local officials.
Calls for accountability in political fundraising and public matching funds.
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Andrew Cuomo penalized $622K in NYC mayor's race for coordinating with big-money group

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor's Race: CFB awards Cuomo chunk of public funds it withheld over findings of illegal coordination with Super PAC | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromTampa Free Press
2 months ago

Demerits For Cuomo, Millions For Adams As New York City Campaign Finance Board Acts

Cuomo fined $675,000 for improper campaign coordination, bringing total penalties to $1.3 million.
Adrienne Adams received $2.4 million in public funds, enhancing her mayoral campaign.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Bloomberg allies throw support behind Cuomo's NYC mayoral bid - as ex-gov announces $3.9M campaign fundraising haul

Billionaire allies back Cuomo's mayoral run, raising questions about Bloomberg's position on political rivals.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC pol wants Cuomo cut off from taxpayer funds in mayor campaign: 'Not following the rules'

Council member calls for investigation into Cuomo's campaign financing practices.
Cuomo allegedly violated campaign finance rules according to local officials.
Calls for accountability in political fundraising and public matching funds.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
2 weeks ago

Miami mayor and Joe Carollo spent $1.6 million on Ralph Rosado's election last month

Ralph Rosado won the District 4 commission seat with support from Miami Mayor Francis Suarez and Commissioner Joe Carollo, spending $1.6 million.
#political-advertising
fromFox News
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Mamdani campaign dishes out millions to firm of key media strategist for Obama campaigns: 'She's the best'

fromFox News
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Mamdani campaign dishes out millions to firm of key media strategist for Obama campaigns: 'She's the best'

France politics
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

French police raid HQ of far-right Rassemblement National

French financial police raided Rassemblement National headquarters amid an investigation into alleged campaign finance violations.
US politics
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Dan Osborn Is Ready to Mount an Even Bolder Campaign Against Our Billionaire-Dominated Politics

Dan Osborn aims to combat corruption in American democracy through his independent Senate campaign against wealthy interests.
#politics
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Andrew Cuomo finally facing rivals with three weeks to go in NYC mayor primary

Cuomo, the frontrunner, faces challenges including debate pressure and campaign finance issues as he approaches the New York City mayoral primary.
US politics
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

'Stand with Joel' campaign raises $536K. Still, it's an uphill battle.

The campaign to support Joel Engardio's position has raised significantly more money than the recall effort against him.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Investigation Finds That Kristi Noem Took Dark Money

Kristi Noem allegedly received undisclosed payments from a dark money group during her time as governor, raising ethical and transparency concerns.
#independent-journalism
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Pride Everywhere!

The Nation provides crucial independent journalism that holds power accountable and raises awareness of socio-political issues.
#san-jose
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Lessons of "No Kings"-Plus, Stopping the Medicaid Cuts

The "No Kings" protests recently marked a historic turnout in American protest history, demonstrating widespread public engagement.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Report finds 2m of surplus UK general election funds essentially disappeared'

The public lacks visibility into campaign financing for candidates, raising transparency issues in the 2024 UK general election.
Overspending by candidates potentially hides excessive campaign funds from public scrutiny.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Accusations of election law violations fly back and forth between Wu and Kraft

Campaign finance violations are central to the heated Boston mayoral race between Michelle Wu and Josh Kraft.
#new-york-city
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

NYC's screwy Campaign Finance Board stiffs Adams, Cuomo while giving socialist Zohran Mamdani millions

The New York City mayoral race reveals issues with both candidates and the election system, highlighted by funding discrepancies and candidate controversies.
fromGothamist
3 months ago
NYC politics

NYC mayoral race: Cuomo gets no public campaign funds; Zohran Mamdani takes home $4M

Mamdani received $4 million in public funds, while Cuomo's campaign was stalled due to a software issue.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 months ago

Andrew Cuomo penalized $622K in NYC mayor's race for coordinating with big-money group

Andrew Cuomo was penalized $622,056 for improper coordination with a super PAC during his mayoral campaign.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NYC's screwy Campaign Finance Board stiffs Adams, Cuomo while giving socialist Zohran Mamdani millions

The New York City mayoral race reveals issues with both candidates and the election system, highlighted by funding discrepancies and candidate controversies.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Oaklanders voted to take money out of politics. City Council just undid that

Oakland's City Council is rolling back campaign finance reforms to accommodate increased financial contributions from individuals and committees.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

NYC Mayor's Race: Speaker Adams unlocks $2M in matching funds, as Cuomo gets another $675K withheld | amNewYork

"Speaker Adams’ campaign took a victory lap over the board's Friday decision, attributing her unlocking millions in matching funds to the energy and enthusiasm behind her candidacy."
Brooklyn
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Adams sues NYC Finance Board over denial of $3.4 million in matching funds

Mayor Adams is contesting the Campaign Finance Board's denial of $3.4 million in matching funds for his reelection campaign.
#elon-musk
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Elon Musk says he'll pour less money into elections. That's bad news for the GOP.

Elon Musk is significantly reducing his political donations, a shift from previous commitments to support the GOP.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Elon Musk says he'll pour less money into elections. That's bad news for the GOP.

Elon Musk is significantly reducing his political donations, a shift from previous commitments to support the GOP.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Dem Rep. Eugene Vindman hit with ethics complaint after campaign promoted brother's book

Rep. Eugene Vindman faces a complaint for allegedly misusing campaign funds to promote his brother's book.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Week in Review: May 9 - 16

"Over 250 people, including local officials, gathered at a rally inside the United Senior Center to protest the impending 70% rent hike, highlighting the center's crucial role in the community."
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Group Funded by Wall Street Mogul Violates Regulations, Spends Big on South Bronx Council Candidate

A political action committee has significantly funded Wilfredo López's campaign, raising concerns over campaign finance transparency and ethical campaigning practices.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYS Dems pack budget full of 'self-serving' perks, watchdog group has 'nothing positive to say' about it

Democratic lawmakers are using the state budget to implement self-serving policies that may aid their reelection efforts.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Adams accuses Campaign Finance Board of poisoning atmosphere' with release of letter charging his campaign broke the law | amNewYork

Mayor Adams defends his campaign against CFB allegations while criticizing the board's transparency in releasing information regarding his campaign's legal issues.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Are We?' Bernie Sanders Trashes Chuck Schumer Claim Democrats Are Totally United'

I think that last guy was right, referring to himself. Not the other guy, but the guy was on last.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

GOP's Michael Henry hauls in donations as he eyes rematch to topple embattled NY AG Letitia James: 'Time for Tish to go'

Michael Henry aims to unseat Attorney General Letitia James in a rematch, highlighting fundraising efforts and calls for accountability.
fromBronx Times
3 months ago

Heckling, housing, health: Council District 8 hopefuls face off at South Bronx forum - Bronx Times

The forum highlighted various pressing issues for District 8, with candidates advocating for environmental health, education funding, and addressing local homelessness.
NYC politics
fromSun Sentinel
3 months ago

Campaign cash flows to state Rep. Cassel after her switch to Republican Party

Hillary Cassel's party switch leads to a significant increase in campaign donations, contrasting sharply with her challenger Todd Delmay's fundraising efforts.
The 2026 race between Cassel and Delmay is poised to be a key political contest in Broward County.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Queens candidates bring in over $1M in matching funds

Public matching funds critical for NYC Council elections with over $1 million distributed to Queens candidates this cycle.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

CCP-linked NYPD official fined $5K for soliciting donations for Adams; NYC transportation boss dinged for campaigning for Kamala Harris: docs

Lin Gui'an, a former assistant commissioner of the NYPD, was fined $5,000 for illegally soliciting donations for Mayor Adams' campaign while in a substantial policy role.
NYC politics
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

Another top staffer quits Oakland Public Ethics Commission

Heidorn's departure marks a significant change for the Public Ethics Commission, which has faced challenges in resources and handling a rising number of enforcement cases.
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Mayoral candidates Mamdani, Walden and Williams lead in latest round of matching funds

Public matching funds of $12.3 million have been approved for NYC's 2025 elections, promoting future election competitiveness.
#evan-low
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Latest Line: A good week for Loren Taylor, a bad week for Omar Torres

Strong financial backing helped a lesser-known candidate win a special election over a prominent figure.
Recent minimum wage increase has benefited fast food workers' lives despite mixed job market data.
Omar Torres, a local politician, faced legal issues due to past sexual assault allegations.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

George Santos, expelled Congressman, should serve 8 years in prison for fraud, identity theft: feds | amNewYork

George Santos faces a recommended eight-year prison sentence for fraud and identity theft after pleading guilty to serious charges related to his campaign.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

How Working Families Party is gaming NYC's ranked-choice voting system and public campaign-finance law

The Working Families Party is exploiting ranked-choice voting to influence election outcomes in New York City.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Jasmine Crockett branded a hypocrite for taking $370k from PACs, business trips to Hamas-supporting Qatar: records

Jasmine Crockett misrepresented her PAC contributions by claiming she accepted none, while evidence shows she received nearly $400,000 from PACs.
US Elections
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Dem fundraiser ActBlue made donation standards 'more lenient,' received foreign contributions during 2024 election: internal docs

ActBlue relaxed fraud standards, allowing foreign contributions to U.S. campaigns during the 2024 election cycle.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Inside
3 months ago

FPPC Levies $106K Fine Against Evan Low for Concealing Big Payment to Alec Baldwin in 2020 Campaign

Evan Low's nonprofit paid Alec Baldwin over $227,000 and concealed it, resulting in legal violations and a settlement fine.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Evan Low fined $106,000 for campaign finance violations including intent to conceal payment to Alec Baldwin

Evan Low faces a $106,000 fine due to violations of California campaign finance laws, including delayed payment disclosures.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

Musk Is Still Paying for Political Influence

Elon Musk's support for a conservative judge in Wisconsin's election highlights the influence of wealth in judicial politics.
fromAustin Monitor
4 months ago

Ethics commissioners vote to hear campaign finance complaints from D7 election - Austin Monitor

Ethics Review Commission advances campaign finance complaints against Council Member Siegel and Zachary Jon Scott Faddis for potential violations.
SF politics
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

This Popular App Reveals How Your Spending Trickles Up Into Politics

Dark money is untraceable political funding largely funneled through nonprofits, making it difficult to track or regulate.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Wisconsin Court Race Is Most Expensive Ever. Where Is the Money Coming From?

The Wisconsin Supreme Court election is the most expensive in U.S. history, significantly influenced by billionaire donors.
The outcome of the election is crucial for pivotal issues like abortion rights and labor laws.
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Wisconsin Election For Judge Breaks National Record for Spending in a Court Race

Ten years ago, when Wisconsin lawmakers approved a bill to allow unlimited spending in state elections, only one Republican voted no. 'I just thought big money was an evil,...'
SF politics
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