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Continue readingHelp us track which Democratic superdelegates are lobbyists
There are 712 “superdelegates” that will play a role in deciding the Democratic nominee for president. Help us figure out which ones are engaged in lobbying — registered or otherwise.
Continue readingThe super PACs behind Ted Cruz’s fundraising juggernaut
There are eight active super PACs supporting Ted Cruz, more than any other candidate. Here's a rundown of the big money being spent on his behalf.
Continue readingA glossary of campaign finance in the U.S.
Everything you need to know about campaign finance in the U.S., defined in understandable, human terms.
Continue readingShifting super PAC cash makes it even harder to follow the money
Though super PACs are required disclose their transactions, the strange money moving mechanics of super PACs continue to blur the lines of coordination — and make following the money that much more difficult.
Continue readingWhat happened when a super PAC listed Sunlight’s phone number on its ad filing
Why was a super PAC using our phone number on an FCC filing?
Continue readingHow super PAC donors hide behind shady LLCs
Not all big donors want the public to know who they're giving to. One of the favored vehicles for these secretive donations is corporations — especially shady LLCs.
Continue readingWho’s winning the 2016 money race?
Yesterday night was the deadline for campaigns and PACs to file their latest campaign finance reports. Here's the rundown of who's winning the 2016 money race.
Continue readingWhat to expect from the Jan. 31 FEC filing deadline
Here’s a quick rundown of what we can expect from this weekend's FEC filing deadline, from Right to Rise's cash on hand to how much Donald Trump relies on his own funds.
Continue readingFCC votes to expand transparency for political ads
The FCC voted unanimously today to require cable, satellite and radio stations to upload their political files online.
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