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Election 2024 Was an Open Celebration of the Oligarchy, Says David Sirota

Billionaires exert significant influence over U.S. politics, leveraging substantial donations for favorable policy outcomes.

Watson leads in fundraising among mayoral candidates - Austin Monitor

Mayor Kirk Watson leads in fundraising and expenditures for the upcoming election, showcasing strong community support.

Election 2024 Was an Open Celebration of the Oligarchy, Says David Sirota

Billionaires exert significant influence over U.S. politics, leveraging substantial donations for favorable policy outcomes.

Watson leads in fundraising among mayoral candidates - Austin Monitor

Mayor Kirk Watson leads in fundraising and expenditures for the upcoming election, showcasing strong community support.
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Tuesday's Election Did Not Produce Big Wins For TogetherSF, Despite Spending a Lot of Michael Moritz's Money

TogetherSF Action's election performance was disappointing despite spending millions in support of Proposition D and mayoral candidate Mark Farrell.

White House advisor Neera Tanden faces Hatch Act complaint over tweets

Neera Tanden violated the Hatch Act by soliciting political contributions on social media, leading to a formal complaint by the OSC.
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Which Berkeley neighborhoods are giving the most money to Harris and Trump?

Berkeley residents significantly support Biden and Harris' campaigns, raising over $4.2 million, while Trump raises a fraction from the area.

Campaign cash: Will corporate America decide US election? DW 08/14/2024

US presidential campaigns require immense financial resources, with record spending seen in recent elections.

S.F. ethics complaint targets Govern for California, group that bundles political donations

Govern for California is accused of circumventing contribution limits by using multiple chapters to contribute to various candidates in San Francisco.

Should Oakland allow for bigger political campaign contributions?

Proposal to raise individual contributions to candidates for Oakland's City Council may face opposition from ethics officials, despite being seen as necessary.

Charts: See the donors behind the 2024 Massachusetts ballot questions

Massachusetts voters will address key issues in the November election through five significant ballot questions.

Biden rakes in colossal cash advantage over Trump

Trump's political fundraising apparatus spent over $50 million on legal costs in 2021.
Biden's reelection campaign received contributions from 1.1 million donors.

Which Berkeley neighborhoods are giving the most money to Harris and Trump?

Berkeley residents significantly support Biden and Harris' campaigns, raising over $4.2 million, while Trump raises a fraction from the area.

Campaign cash: Will corporate America decide US election? DW 08/14/2024

US presidential campaigns require immense financial resources, with record spending seen in recent elections.

S.F. ethics complaint targets Govern for California, group that bundles political donations

Govern for California is accused of circumventing contribution limits by using multiple chapters to contribute to various candidates in San Francisco.

Should Oakland allow for bigger political campaign contributions?

Proposal to raise individual contributions to candidates for Oakland's City Council may face opposition from ethics officials, despite being seen as necessary.

Charts: See the donors behind the 2024 Massachusetts ballot questions

Massachusetts voters will address key issues in the November election through five significant ballot questions.

Biden rakes in colossal cash advantage over Trump

Trump's political fundraising apparatus spent over $50 million on legal costs in 2021.
Biden's reelection campaign received contributions from 1.1 million donors.
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#republican-party

Elon Musk has spent more than $130 million on Trump and the GOP this year

Elon Musk has spent over $130 million in 2023 to support Donald Trump and Republican candidates.

CNN Report: Presidential Fundraising Efforts Are Deceiving Elders with Dementia

Republican fundraising tactics exploit vulnerable elderly donors, leading to significant financial harm and numerous complaints regarding deceptive practices.

What we know about Chris Young, the Republican operative hired by Elon Musk

Elon Musk is becoming more politically active with the hiring of GOP operative Chris Young to guide his political contributions and voter mobilization efforts.

JD Vance urges Peter Thiel to back Trump: 'Get off the sidelines'

JD Vance calls on Peter Thiel to support Trump, stressing his conservative values and the importance of getting involved ahead of the 2024 election.

Elon Musk has spent more than $130 million on Trump and the GOP this year

Elon Musk has spent over $130 million in 2023 to support Donald Trump and Republican candidates.

CNN Report: Presidential Fundraising Efforts Are Deceiving Elders with Dementia

Republican fundraising tactics exploit vulnerable elderly donors, leading to significant financial harm and numerous complaints regarding deceptive practices.

What we know about Chris Young, the Republican operative hired by Elon Musk

Elon Musk is becoming more politically active with the hiring of GOP operative Chris Young to guide his political contributions and voter mobilization efforts.

JD Vance urges Peter Thiel to back Trump: 'Get off the sidelines'

JD Vance calls on Peter Thiel to support Trump, stressing his conservative values and the importance of getting involved ahead of the 2024 election.
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From Elon Musk to Reid Hoffman, where Silicon Valley is spending its millions in political donations, charted

Silicon Valley's tech leaders are heavily influencing the U.S. political landscape through substantial financial contributions and active commentary on the election cycle.
#campaign-financing

How abortion rights interests are funding this election cycle

Pro-abortion rights contributions significantly surpass anti-abortion contributions post Supreme Court ruling.

Pro-Lurie PAC spends over $2M on ads, while his campaign invests in staff and consultants

Daniel Lurie has invested significantly in his mayoral campaign, contributing $4.73 million, dominating fundraising efforts against his opponents.

How abortion rights interests are funding this election cycle

Pro-abortion rights contributions significantly surpass anti-abortion contributions post Supreme Court ruling.

Pro-Lurie PAC spends over $2M on ads, while his campaign invests in staff and consultants

Daniel Lurie has invested significantly in his mayoral campaign, contributing $4.73 million, dominating fundraising efforts against his opponents.
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Coinbase CFO says Kamala Harris is using firm to accept crypto donations

Kamala Harris is reportedly using Coinbase for accepting crypto donations, indicating a potential shift in the Democratic Party's stance on cryptocurrencies.

Ripple Co-Founder Among Kamala Harris' New Corporate Endorsers

Chris Larsen's endorsement of Kamala Harris reveals internal difference in Ripple's corporate strategy amidst significant political contributions to pro-crypto PACs.

Coinbase CFO says Kamala Harris is using firm to accept crypto donations

Kamala Harris is reportedly using Coinbase for accepting crypto donations, indicating a potential shift in the Democratic Party's stance on cryptocurrencies.

Ripple Co-Founder Among Kamala Harris' New Corporate Endorsers

Chris Larsen's endorsement of Kamala Harris reveals internal difference in Ripple's corporate strategy amidst significant political contributions to pro-crypto PACs.
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Nearly Half of All Corporate Election Spending in 2024 Cycle Comes from Crypto Companies, Study Finds

Cryptocurrency companies represent a significant portion of corporate political contributions, contributing 48% of spending in the 2024 election cycle.

How Trump vs. Harris is playing out on Wall Street

The 2024 US presidential election is critical due to stark candidate differences affecting democracy and foreign policy.

Fed Funds to Improve Classon Ave. G Station

Federal funding enables accessibility upgrades at Classon Avenue G station amid larger MTA project.

A Pedigreed Rail Magnate Is Pouring Millions Into Electing Donald Trump

Timothy Mellon, a wealthy banking heir, got involved in a criminal investigation over a runestone theft, shedding light on his private life alongside his significant political contributions.

Dark Money Donations for 2024 Are Outpacing All Prior Election Cycles

Dark money groups and shell companies are forecasted to funnel significant undisclosed funds into the 2023-2024 elections.
Over $2.8 billion in dark money spending has been tracked since the Citizens United v. FEC decision in 2010.

Minister welcomes all Tory support' amid row over donor's remarks about Diane Abbott

Donations welcomed by Conservative Party despite donor's controversial remarks about Diane Abbott
Conservative Party not returning donations from donor despite calls to do so

Car dealership group to host NYC fundraiser for Hochul days after she reversed course on congestion-pricing

Auto dealership advocacy group hosts fundraiser for Gov. Kathy Hochul after she pauses congestion pricing scheme in Manhattan.

25 of the richest donors funneling money to Donald Trump: Elon Musk, Steve Schwarzman, and more

Billionaires from varied industries support Trump; reasons include opposing Biden's tax and liking Trump's immigration stance.
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