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 readingWhy did only 1 presidential candidate take public financing?
While taking public financing was once a sign that a candidate was a serious player, it’s now an indication that a candidate can’t hope to compete financially.
Continue readingOpenGov Voices: Putting a spotlight on dark money
From Maine to Montana, more voters are showing that they support an essential first step in campaign finance reform: finally bringing "dark money" into the light.
Continue readingPro-Jeb Bush super PAC drops $12 million on ad blitz
On Jan. 4, the pro-Jeb Bush super PAC Right to Rise USA dropped $12 million to place media ads opposing Republican candidates John Kasich, Chris Christie and Marco Rubio.
Continue readingOpenGov Voices: Tracking campaign finance in all 50 states
Much hard work lies ahead if transparency is to help lead our country to a new place in its history, and NIMSP will play a big role in getting us there.
Continue readingNew spending bill prevents agencies from regulating dark money
A rider attached to the omnibus spending bill passed in the House today will prevent two federal agencies from issuing rules that would make it easier to track political spending.
Continue readingOne issue Republicans and Democrats agree on? Campaign finance reform
When is the last time you read an article that concluded with Republicans and Democrats uniting over a common cause?
Continue readingHigh stakes for tonight’s debate held at GOP megadonor’s casino
The fifth Republican presidential debate will be held tonight at a casino owned by one of the biggest donors to the Republican party — and he is yet to endorse a candidate.
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