This year is on track for record lobbying spending after lobbyists collectively clocked the biggest first quarter haul in history.
Political Lobbying articles on Democracy Chronicles
Political lobbying is a legal practice of petitioning the government enshrined in the Constitution but has been supersized in the modern era by well-financed lobbies having outsized impact on government decision making. Efforts to highlight and correct the oversized impact that the powerful few have over government will be highlighted in this section. Also see our sections on American democracy and Money Politics.
Blue Origin And SpaceX Lobby For Government Contracts
Blue Origin has steadily increased its presence in Washington since 2013, as Bezos and Musk vie for dominance in the space economy.
Top Oil And Gas Companies Increase Lobbying Spending
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine upends the global energy market, giant oil and gas spent $12.4 million+ in lobbying in first quarter 2022.
Chip Corporations Spent Big Lobbying Congress For Subsidies
Over the last few years, chip companies have spent $100 million on lobbying hoping to secure much more money in the form of subsidies.
The Marijuana Industry Spends Millions Lobbying On Legalization
Marijuana, cannabis industry spent $4.2million+ lobbying on a variety of issues and legislation in 2021, including Marijuana Opportunity, others.
Intuit Spends Big Lobbying Amid Accusations Of Deceptive Advertising
FEC filed a complaint Monday saying TurboTax-owning company Intuit wrongly advertised its paid tax filing service as a free filing.
GOP Accepted Millions From Oil And Gas Ahead Of Texas Primary
Oil and gas gave over $19 million or 93% of political contributions to state elections ahead of the Texas primary – to Republicans.
Alaska Erases All Limits On Donations To Political Candidates
Alaska’s campaign finance laws commission has lifted all limits on donations to runners for governor, legislature and municipal races.
Lobbyists Cutting Ties To Russian Pipeline After Cashing In
As Russia invades Ukraine lobbyists are distancing themselves from foreign companies partnering on Russia’s Nord Stream 2 project.
Payday Lending Lobbyists Give Big To Key Members Of Congress
Some members of Congress collectively received over $3.4 million from the payday lending industry during their time in Congress.