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Warren’s Pledge to Deny Donors Ambassador Jobs Marks Departure From Trump, Obama
Sen. Elizabeth Warren's decision would be a departure from a decades-old norm in Washington.
Republicans Launch WinRed to Compete With ActBlue for Small Donors
When it comes to small-dollar fundraising, Republicans have typically lagged behind their Democratic counterparts.
Big Bucks Ready to Flow Into Maine as Susan Collins Aims to Keep Her Seat
The incumbent senator saw her fundraising totals skyrocket after voting to confirm Brett Kavanaugh.
Biden Lobbyist Is Fighting Measures to Crack Down on Foreign Election Influence
Biden is not shying away from associations that may aid foreign interests.
Koch Brothers Float Possibility of Backing Congressional Democrats in 2020
The Koch brothers have come into conflict with President Donald Trump.
The Supreme Court Nixes Corporate Contributions for the 2020 Campaign
The justices refused to consider a challenge to a longstanding ban on corporate donations to political campaigns.
Georgia Probe Highlights Political Problems With State Ethics Commissions
The Georgia Ethics Commission has subpoenaed extensive records from the Stacey Abrams's gubernatorial campaign.
Sen. Lindsey Graham Faces Challenge From Ex-Podesta Group Lobbyist
Jaime Harrison launched his campaign to unseat Senator Graham on May 29.
Big Tobacco Funds Mitch McConnell, and He’s Giving Back With New Bill
McConnell's bill creates a loophole for the tobacco lobby to undermine regulations at the state level.
Rebranding Corruption Benefits Shady Politicians on Both Sides of the Aisle
No one is happier about the Supreme Court’s rebranding of corruption than sketchy politicians.