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Consultants Are Biggest Winners in Latest Political Fundraising Scheme
In coming election cycles, fundraising through joint committees will likely continue to grow.
Joint Fundraising Committees Are Central to GOP Success, and They’re on the Rise
Joint fundraising committees allow political organizations to band together and raise money from big donors.
Pharma Cash Rolls Into Congress to Defend an Embattled Industry
Mitch McConnell, who is running for reelection, has seen an uptick in pharmaceutical industry donations this year.
Trump Primary Challengers Would Face Big Money Problem
Each potential challenger to Trump would face a Republican establishment increasingly loyal to the president.
Trump’s Intelligence Director Nominee Is a Defense Industry Favorite
Since he first ran for office, Rep. John Ratcliffe has raised $110,500 from the defense sector.
Wealthy Candidates Pay Their Own Way, But It’s Not an Easy Path to Victory
In Senate races, 21 candidates have already spent at least $10,000 of their own money on their campaigns.
Lawyers Bankroll 2020 Democrats With Millions in Campaign Cash
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris lead their primary opponents in contributions from lawyers or law firms so far this cycle.
Democratic Leaders Rake in Corporate Cash as “Squad” Sticks With Small Donors
House Democratic leaders take in nearly $1.2 million in contributions from corporate and trade association PACs.
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.