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allegations
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

Allegations against ex-Tory MP Mark Menzies referred to Lancashire police

Allegations of misusing campaign funds against MP Mark Menzies, calls for investigation and suspension from roles, disputes by Menzies, frustration with party's handling. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Mark Menzies: Who is the Fylde Tory MP suspended over alleged misuse of funds?

Conservative MP Mark Menzies suspended for alleged misuse of campaign funds. [ more ]
POLITICO
3 months ago
US Elections

The race to succeed Katie Porter is getting nasty. Really nasty.

Democratic candidates in California's 45th congressional district are engaging in negative advertising which may weaken them against the Republican candidate, Scott Baugh.
One ad by candidate Dave Min accuses opponent Joanna Weiss of using money from her husband's defense of Catholic priests accused of child molestation to fund her campaign. [ more ]
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investigation
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
US politics

Justice Dept. investigating Rep. Cori Bush, D, over campaign funds

The Justice Department is investigating whether Rep. Cori Bush misused campaign funds for personal security
Bush has denied any wrongdoing and is cooperating with federal prosecutors [ more ]
time.com
3 months ago
US politics

Justice Department Investigating Cori Bush for Alleged Misuse of Campaign Funds

The Department of Justice is investigating Democratic Rep. Cori Bush for allegedly misusing campaign funds to pay for private security.
A congressional ethics inquiry had previously raised questions about Bush's use of campaign funds to hire her husband as her security.
Federal law prohibits lawmakers from paying family members to work in their official offices unless they are providing legitimate services to the campaign. [ more ]
moreinvestigation
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Biden's Legal Bills For Docs Case Were Covered By DNC: Report

President Biden and former President Trump both utilized campaign funds for legal expenses, prompting different reactions. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Biden's Cash Advantage

President Biden has a significant lead over Donald Trump in campaign funds, with Biden holding $192 million compared to Trump's $93 million.
Biden plans to raise $2 billion for the campaign, mainly focusing on advertising, voter outreach, and highlighting Trump's policies like abortion. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

Congressman in Prop. 47 overhaul initiative violated campaign finance law, former FEC chair says

Former FEC chair files complaint against California congressman for excessive use of campaign funds.
Congressman allegedly spent over legal limit supporting tough-on-crime initiative to reform Proposition 47. [ more ]
www.cnn.com
2 months ago
US politics

South Carolina GOP presidential primary

Supporters' diverse views on controversial topics related to Trump
Some supporters express hesitation or disagreement with certain actions or statements by Trump [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US politics

The Undoing of George Santos

George Santos expelled from Congress for misusing campaign funds on luxury items
Santos's lies provoked resentment and outrage, different from typical political deception [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
NYC politics

FBI's suspicious Adams probe: Letters to the Editor - Nov. 14, 2023

The FBI has seized Mayor Adams' cellphones and tablet in relation to a probe into his campaign funds.
Critics argue that the FBI has become too powerful and lacks accountability, leading to concerns about a police state. [ more ]
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