Americans don’t need offshore companies in tiny island nations to hide their money. America has Delaware.
Continue readingThe top 10 big-money Senate races in 2016 — so far
Since the fate of the Senate is at stake in November, we examined the campaign finance data around the most expensive contests using Sunlight's Real-Time Influence Explorer tool.
Continue readingWhat happens to the leftover money after each 2016 candidate drops out?
Sixteen candidates have already come and gone in the 2016 election, raising (and spending) millions of dollars along the way. But campaigns tend to come to an abrupt end — usually with some cash left over.
Continue readingHow do states rank on campaign contribution disclosure?
During a presidential election — particularly one as compelling and unpredictable as this one — it can be easy to... View Article
Continue readingIs Donald Trump really self-funding his presidential campaign?
When we previously dissected Donald Trump’s claim of self-funding his campaign last November, it wasn't exactly true. But after examining the latest fundraising numbers, his assertion now holds a bit more weight.
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 readingOutside groups raise big money to influence 2016 congressional elections
2016 isn't just about the White House. Outside groups are raising tons of cash in an effort to influence our congressional elections, too.
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 readingA family affair: Jeb and Hillary’s Election 2016 fundraising, mapped
Throughout the 2016 campaign, two candidates have lapped the field when it comes to throwing fundraisers — Jeb Bush and Hillary Clinton. We mapped the distances they traveled in their pursuit of campaign cash.
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