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politics7 days ago•4 min saved

Paxton Survives Mega Ad Assault in Texas Senate Primary

Despite more than $60 million in GOP-backed ads aimed at defeating him, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton remains the front-runner in the March 3 Republican primary for the U.S. Senate. Cornyn warns Paxton’s nomination could hurt Republicans in November, but Paxton maintains base loyalty, a favorable runoff dynamic with a third candidate, and late ads as he eyes a possible victory and general-election appeal. Trump has not endorsed Paxton.

via Punchbowl News|

#campaign-spending #cornyn #paxton

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Plaid Cymru claims Caerphilly seat as Labour overspends in by-election bid

Plaid Cymru’s Lindsay Whittle won the Caerphilly Senedd by-election, defeating Labour which spent about £98,000 but finished third; Reform UK was runner-up with around £96,000 spent, while Plaid spent about £46,900. Triggered by Hefin David’s death, the contest ended Labour’s long-held Caerphilly seat. Spending details included Airbnb staff accommodation bookings and advertising, with Labour's spend roughly £26.51 per vote.

via BBC|

#by-election #caerphilly #campaign-spending

politics7 months ago•3 min saved

Trump Makes Unsubstantiated Legal Threats Against Celebrities and Politicians

President Trump falsely claimed Beyoncé received an $11 million payment for endorsing Kamala Harris, but no evidence supports this claim; campaign records show only a $165,000 expense, and the claim has been debunked by fact-checkers and Beyoncé's representatives.

via CNN|

#beyonce #campaign-spending #misinformation

politics7 months ago•1 min saved

Arizona Special Election Sparks Democratic Divisions and Challenges

An Arizona special election is highlighting divisions within the Democratic Party, with significant campaign spending from various groups supporting different candidates, and debates over the legacy of the late Congressman Raúl Grijalva and the direction of the party.

via Politico|

#arizona #campaign-spending #democratic-divides

law8 months ago•1 min saved

Supreme Court to Hear Major Challenge on Campaign Spending Limits

The Supreme Court will hear a case challenging federal limits on coordinated campaign spending, which could significantly impact election financing rules for the 2026 midterms, raising questions about the constitutionality of these restrictions under the First Amendment.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#2026-midterms #campaign-spending #coordinated-spending

politics8 months ago•7 min saved

Trump and Massie Clash Escalates Amid GOP Tensions

President Donald Trump is actively seeking to oust Rep. Thomas Massie in the upcoming GOP primary, launching a super PAC and mobilizing his base against the Kentucky congressman due to Massie's opposition to Trump's policies, especially on war powers and legislative issues. Despite Trump's efforts and significant outside spending, Massie remains popular in his district, which is known for its libertarian-leaning electorate, and he is unfazed by the threats, planning to continue his political stance and fundraising efforts.

via Politico|

#campaign-spending #gop-primary #kentucky

politics8 months ago•2 min saved

New Jersey Primaries Set Stage for 2025 Governor Race

Voters in New Jersey are participating in primary elections that will determine the candidates for the 2025 gubernatorial race, with Democrats led by Mikie Sherrill and Republicans supporting Jack Ciattarelli, amid a highly expensive and Trump-influenced campaign environment, signaling potential political shifts ahead of the 2026 midterms.

via ABC News|

#campaign-spending #elections #gubernatorial-primary

local-politics8 months ago•2 min saved

Gina Ortiz Jones Leads in San Antonio Mayoral Race as Results Continue

Gina Ortiz Jones is leading in the San Antonio mayoral race with 53.66% of the vote, despite facing significant attacks and spending from her opponent Rolando Pablos and his supporters. She expressed optimism about her campaign's vision and the positive political shift in the city amid a highly competitive election with substantial campaign finance activity. The race, along with several City Council runoffs, could signal a major change in San Antonio's political landscape.

via San Antonio Report|

#campaign-spending #election-results #gina-ortiz-jones

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Trump's Labor Secretary Nominee Sparks Debate Over Spending and Union Support

Oregon Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer, President-elect Trump's labor secretary pick, faced criticism for extravagant campaign spending during her failed re-election bid, including over $60,000 on luxury hotels and limo services. Her nomination has sparked controversy due to her support for pro-union legislation, drawing ire from conservative Republicans. Chavez-DeRemer, who narrowly lost her congressional race, was reportedly nominated with backing from Teamster union president Sean O’Brien. Recently, she was among Trump appointees targeted by bomb threats.

via New York Post |

#campaign-spending #labor-secretary #lori-chavez-deremer

politics1 year ago•0 min saved

Kamala Harris's Campaign: A Billion-Dollar Spending Spree and Persistent Fundraising

The article discusses how Kamala Harris's campaign spent $1.5 billion over a 15-week period, highlighting the financial strategies and challenges faced during her political campaign.

via The New York Times|

#campaign-spending #election #finance

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Harris' Costly Media Ventures: Oprah's $1M Fee and 'Call Her Daddy' Setback

Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign reportedly spent $1 million on Oprah Winfrey's Harpo Productions, among other significant expenditures on entertainers, in a failed bid for the presidency. The campaign also invested heavily in appearances on platforms like the "Call Her Daddy" podcast and organized concerts in swing states, spending over $1.4 billion on political ads. Despite these efforts, the campaign struggled to connect with voters, partly due to its association with an unpopular administration.

via Fox News|

#campaign-spending #entertainment #kamala-harris

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Kamala Harris Faces Criticism for Costly 'Call Her Daddy' Podcast Investment

Kamala Harris' presidential campaign reportedly spent six figures on an appearance on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, which garnered significantly fewer views compared to Donald Trump's appearance on "The Joe Rogan Experience." Harris' interview, filmed in a Washington D.C. hotel room, attracted just over 813,000 views, while Trump's episode on Rogan's podcast surpassed 47 million views. The Harris campaign's spending decisions, including $15 million on event production, have been criticized for not effectively reaching voters.

via New York Post |

#2024-election #campaign-spending #joe-rogan

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"Tester vs. Sheehy: High-Stakes Montana Senate Race Set"

Montana Democratic Sen. Jon Tester's campaign acknowledges the upcoming Senate race will be highly competitive and costly, as he faces Republican nominee Tim Sheehy in a state won twice by Trump. The race is one of the most competitive in the country, with significant outside spending expected. Tester's campaign manager emphasizes the importance of a strong grassroots coalition, while Republicans see the race as crucial for regaining Senate control.

via Fox News|

#2024-elections #campaign-spending #jon-tester

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"DeSantis's Costly Failed Presidential Bid: A $168 Million Flop"

The failed effort to secure Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as the Republican nominee for the White House cost a total of $168 million, with his own campaign spending $28.3 million and pro-DeSantis super PACs reporting payments of over $140 million. DeSantis, who relied heavily on outside support, ended his campaign after losing to Donald Trump in the Iowa caucuses and faced challenges including financial pressures, staffing shakeups, and allegations of coordination between his campaign and the super PACs.

via The Associated Press|

#campaign-spending #failed-presidential-campaign #federal-election-commission

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Rep. Cori Bush's Campaign Under Scrutiny: DOJ Investigates Payments to Husband

Rep. Cori Bush's campaign has paid her husband a total of about $122,710 over the past two years, with an additional $17,500 in the last quarter, raising concerns and prompting investigations from the Justice Department and the FEC. The payments to her husband were initially listed as "security services" but were later changed to "wage expense." Bush defended the spending, citing threats against her, while facing scrutiny for her support of the "Defund the police" movement and her campaign's high-dollar security expenditures.

via New York Post |

#campaign-spending #doj-investigation #fec-filings