Oil and gas gave over $19 million or 93% of political contributions to state elections ahead of the Texas primary – to Republicans.
Money Politics articles on Democracy Chronicles
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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.
Out-of-State Money Floods Georgia Secretary of State Race
New information suggests a good part of the money going to Georgia’s Secretary of State races may be coming from outside the state.
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.
Dark Money Group Bankrolls Super PAC Spending In 2022
Thousands of dollars went into a super PAC backing Ohio’s Senate campaign by a “dark money” entity linked to billionaire Peter Thiel.
Billionaires Bet Big To Influence 2022 Elections
Money is flooding this year’s congressional races, which have a 50-50 Senate split and razor-thin Democratic House majority.
Trump Not Giving His Mountains Of Cash To Other Republicans
Donald Trump’s Save America ended January with $108 million in the bank, yet is PAC didn’t donate any of it to any Republican candidate.
Massive Campaign Contributions Flood 2022 Senate Races
More than $560 million went into the 34 upcoming Senate races nationwide in 2021, as Democrats strive to increase their 50-50 majority.
Election Experts Alarmed As Costs Escalate And Funding Dwindles
The costs of running elections are skyrocketing and at the same time the funding is not following. Experts find the situation alarming.