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Corporate Democrats Prepare Midterm Battle Against Socialist Candidates
The New Democrat Coalition is working to preserve neoliberalism and prevent a pivot toward social democracy.
Just What Was Lara Trump Up To?
Was her call to a fired White House aide an innocent effort to help or obstruction of justice?
The Money Behind Neo-Confederate Corey Stewart’s US Senate Campaign
Stewart has continued to champion the Confederacy during his Senate bid.
Over Half a Million Dollars From Trump-Related Donors has Flowed to Andrew Cuomo
A Ukrainian fertilizer magnate, a shady lawyer and the Koch Brothers are among Cuomo's major campaign donors.
Kochs Seek to Expand Influence Over Law Enforcement and Courts in 2018
The billionaire brothers have a history of funding Republican attorneys general and judges.
IRS Drops Rule That Required Disclosure of Donors to Political Nonprofits
The IRS has just made it easier for politically powerful nonprofits to conceal who donates to them.
Congress Can Stop Foreign Secret Spending on US Elections Right Now
So far, Congress has failed to pass basic disclosure laws that would deter and ferret out illegal foreign spending.
How $1.8 Billion in Unregulated Digital Ads Could Sway Midterms
GOP resistance to campaign finance rules for digital ads is threatening US democracy.
The Curious Campaign Role of Donald Trump’s Foundation
If Trump loses the case brought forth by New York, it could be costly.Â
Federal Election Commission Rejects Proposal to Consider New Rules on Foreign Spending in US Elections
Foreign groups could use dark money to tip the scales in the 2018 midterms.