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An ethical crisis of its own making': Democrats blast Supreme Court ethics

Democrats report alleged ethical violations by Supreme Court justices, especially focusing on Justice Clarence Thomas and his acceptance of extravagant gifts.
#elon-musk

Elon Musk Backed Trump With Over $250 Million, Fueling the Unusual RBG PAC'

Elon Musk invested over $277 million to support Donald Trump in the recent election, significantly shaping the political landscape.

Here's Just How Massive Elon Musk's $75 Million Trump Donation Is

Elon Musk has made significant financial contributions to Donald Trump's campaign, reflecting his political endorsement and aligning with other tech elites in supporting Republican causes.

Elon Musk is offering people $1 million to vote

Musk's $1 million raffle raises significant legal concerns regarding election law violations, specifically relating to financial incentives for voting.

Elon Musk Spent Over a Quarter of a Billion Dollars to Help Elect Trump

Elon Musk significantly funded Trump’s 2024 campaign through PACs, employing deceptive tactics to influence voter perception.

Musk's $1M election lotto merits legal look, says governor

Musk's $1 million daily giveaway to swing state voters raises potential legal scrutiny regarding election law violations, according to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro.

Does Musk's daily $1m giveaway constitute election interference?

Elon Musk is offering $1 million daily to registered voters in swing states who sign a petition supporting the Constitution until election day.

Elon Musk Backed Trump With Over $250 Million, Fueling the Unusual RBG PAC'

Elon Musk invested over $277 million to support Donald Trump in the recent election, significantly shaping the political landscape.

Here's Just How Massive Elon Musk's $75 Million Trump Donation Is

Elon Musk has made significant financial contributions to Donald Trump's campaign, reflecting his political endorsement and aligning with other tech elites in supporting Republican causes.

Elon Musk is offering people $1 million to vote

Musk's $1 million raffle raises significant legal concerns regarding election law violations, specifically relating to financial incentives for voting.

Elon Musk Spent Over a Quarter of a Billion Dollars to Help Elect Trump

Elon Musk significantly funded Trump’s 2024 campaign through PACs, employing deceptive tactics to influence voter perception.

Musk's $1M election lotto merits legal look, says governor

Musk's $1 million daily giveaway to swing state voters raises potential legal scrutiny regarding election law violations, according to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro.

Does Musk's daily $1m giveaway constitute election interference?

Elon Musk is offering $1 million daily to registered voters in swing states who sign a petition supporting the Constitution until election day.
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#tech-industry

Venture capital is going to war over the election. Here's the data to prove it.

Venture capitalists are significantly influencing the political landscape with substantial donations, reflecting their commercial interests.
Individual donations from the VC community play a critical role in American politics, highlighting the tech sector's involvement.

What $1 Million Buys You From Donald Trump

Silicon Valley billionaires are increasingly supporting Donald Trump, breaking prior hostilities with substantial donations and endorsements.

Anyone can give Donald Trump $1 million. The pros do it in public.

Tech donations to presidential inaugurations highlight a normalization of corporate influence in politics, particularly from influential Silicon Valley figures.

Silicon Valley Heads to Mar-a-Lago

Tech executives are moving towards reconciliation with Trump after years of opposition, driven by self-preservation and hopes for favorable policies.

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta Donates $1M to Trump Inaugural Fund

Zuckerberg's $1 million contribution to Trump's inaugural fund indicates a thaw in their historically tense relationship.

Uber and its CEO donate $1m each to Trump's inaugural fund

Uber and its CEO donated $1 million to Trump's inaugural fund, indicating strategic political alignment with the new administration.

Venture capital is going to war over the election. Here's the data to prove it.

Venture capitalists are significantly influencing the political landscape with substantial donations, reflecting their commercial interests.
Individual donations from the VC community play a critical role in American politics, highlighting the tech sector's involvement.

What $1 Million Buys You From Donald Trump

Silicon Valley billionaires are increasingly supporting Donald Trump, breaking prior hostilities with substantial donations and endorsements.

Anyone can give Donald Trump $1 million. The pros do it in public.

Tech donations to presidential inaugurations highlight a normalization of corporate influence in politics, particularly from influential Silicon Valley figures.

Silicon Valley Heads to Mar-a-Lago

Tech executives are moving towards reconciliation with Trump after years of opposition, driven by self-preservation and hopes for favorable policies.

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta Donates $1M to Trump Inaugural Fund

Zuckerberg's $1 million contribution to Trump's inaugural fund indicates a thaw in their historically tense relationship.

Uber and its CEO donate $1m each to Trump's inaugural fund

Uber and its CEO donated $1 million to Trump's inaugural fund, indicating strategic political alignment with the new administration.
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#electoral-reform

Starmer must protect elections from foreign interference, says watchdog

Keir Starmer must implement stricter rules on political donations to prevent foreign interference and restore trust in the electoral system.

Revealed: UK politics infiltrated by dark money' with 10% of donations from dubious sources

Loopholes in UK political donation law allow dark money to infiltrate politics, threatening transparency and democracy.

What are the rules on UK political donations and how might Labour change them?

Labour seeks to tighten political donation rules amid concerns over foreign influence, particularly with speculated donations from individuals like Elon Musk.

Starmer must protect elections from foreign interference, says watchdog

Keir Starmer must implement stricter rules on political donations to prevent foreign interference and restore trust in the electoral system.

Revealed: UK politics infiltrated by dark money' with 10% of donations from dubious sources

Loopholes in UK political donation law allow dark money to infiltrate politics, threatening transparency and democracy.

What are the rules on UK political donations and how might Labour change them?

Labour seeks to tighten political donation rules amid concerns over foreign influence, particularly with speculated donations from individuals like Elon Musk.
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#donald-trump

Amazon Plans $1 Million Donation to Trump's Inaugural Fund

Tech companies are trying to repair ties with President-elect Trump by donating to his inaugural fund.

Billionaire Ken Griffin says 'the expectation today is that Donald Trump will win the White House'

Ken Griffin believes Donald Trump is likely to win the upcoming presidential election.

Billionaire backers are doubling down on their presidential picks on Election Day

Billionaires are increasingly vocal about their presidential picks, influencing voter sentiment and participation.
Mark Cuban and Reid Hoffman show strong support for Kamala Harris, while Bill Ackman backs Donald Trump, predicting a landslide victory.

Mark Zuckerberg sweetens Meta's $1M donation to Trump's inaugural fund with a pair of smart glasses | TechCrunch

Zuckerberg's donation to Trump's inaugural fund marks a strategic pivot in Meta's relationship with the Republican party.

Jeff Bezos reportedly following in Mark Zuckerberg's footsteps with a $1 million donation from Amazon to Trump's inauguration

Big Tech's donations to Trump's inauguration signal an attempt to repair relationships with the former president.

Meta donates $1m to Donald Trump's inaugural fund

Meta donated $1 million to Donald Trump's inaugural fund, signaling a shift in its relationship with the president-elect.

Amazon Plans $1 Million Donation to Trump's Inaugural Fund

Tech companies are trying to repair ties with President-elect Trump by donating to his inaugural fund.

Billionaire Ken Griffin says 'the expectation today is that Donald Trump will win the White House'

Ken Griffin believes Donald Trump is likely to win the upcoming presidential election.

Billionaire backers are doubling down on their presidential picks on Election Day

Billionaires are increasingly vocal about their presidential picks, influencing voter sentiment and participation.
Mark Cuban and Reid Hoffman show strong support for Kamala Harris, while Bill Ackman backs Donald Trump, predicting a landslide victory.

Mark Zuckerberg sweetens Meta's $1M donation to Trump's inaugural fund with a pair of smart glasses | TechCrunch

Zuckerberg's donation to Trump's inaugural fund marks a strategic pivot in Meta's relationship with the Republican party.

Jeff Bezos reportedly following in Mark Zuckerberg's footsteps with a $1 million donation from Amazon to Trump's inauguration

Big Tech's donations to Trump's inauguration signal an attempt to repair relationships with the former president.

Meta donates $1m to Donald Trump's inaugural fund

Meta donated $1 million to Donald Trump's inaugural fund, signaling a shift in its relationship with the president-elect.
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Jeff Bezos, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to each give $1M to Trump inauguration

Tech executives Jeff Bezos and Sam Altman plan to donate $1 million each to Donald Trump's inaugural fund to align with the incoming administration.

Pamela Price's Phone Records Subpoenaed Over Extortion Allegations Against Her

Former Alameda County DA Pamela Price allegedly solicited political donations in exchange for lighter sentencing, according to a public defender's testimony.
#meta

Meta donates $1 million to Trump's inauguration fund

Meta's $1 million donation to Trump's inauguration fund signifies a strategic alliance amidst changing political dynamics.

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta donates $1M to Trump's inaugural fund

Meta's donation to Trump's fund signifies a strategic shift in Zuckerberg's relationship with the president-elect.

Meta donates $1 million to Trump's inauguration fund

Meta's $1 million donation to Trump's inauguration fund signifies a strategic alliance amidst changing political dynamics.

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta donates $1M to Trump's inaugural fund

Meta's donation to Trump's fund signifies a strategic shift in Zuckerberg's relationship with the president-elect.
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#nick-candy

Farage recruits tycoon Nick Candy as Reform UK treasurer

Nick Candy has been appointed treasurer of Reform UK and pledges to support Nigel Farage with substantial donations for the upcoming general election.

Former Tory donor pledges a seven-figure sum for Reform UK to 'win the next general election' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Nick Candy pledges seven-figure donation to Reform UK after leaving the Conservative Party to become the party's treasurer.

Farage recruits tycoon Nick Candy as Reform UK treasurer

Nick Candy has been appointed treasurer of Reform UK and pledges to support Nigel Farage with substantial donations for the upcoming general election.

Former Tory donor pledges a seven-figure sum for Reform UK to 'win the next general election' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Nick Candy pledges seven-figure donation to Reform UK after leaving the Conservative Party to become the party's treasurer.
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Trump Picks Banking Executive to Lead Social Security Administration

Trump appointed Frank Bisignano as commissioner of the Social Security Administration, emphasizing his strong business leadership background.

Trump Donors Who Give at Least $1 Million or Raise $2 Million Get Inaugural Access

Trump's inauguration fundraising involves $2 million donations offering exclusive benefits, reflecting traditional ties between donors and new administrations.

Government may cap UK political donations to limit foreign influence

UK ministers are considering caps on political donations to tackle money influence in politics.
#democratic-party

Bloomberg, After Months of Pressure, Donates $50 Million to Help Harris

Bloomberg donated $50 million to support Kamala Harris's campaign, marking a strategic late-stage investment rather than early assistance.

LinkedIn co-founder and Democratic mega-donor Reid Hoffman may leave the U.S. after Trump win

Wealthy Democratic donors like Reid Hoffman are considering leaving the U.S. due to fears of political retribution following Harris's defeat.

This Disqualifies Her Forever': Democratic Donor Goes Off On Kamala Harris Campaign's Mad Max'-Like Spending

John Morgan criticized Kamala Harris's campaign as wasteful and argued it should disqualify her from future political efforts.

Bloomberg, After Months of Pressure, Donates $50 Million to Help Harris

Bloomberg donated $50 million to support Kamala Harris's campaign, marking a strategic late-stage investment rather than early assistance.

LinkedIn co-founder and Democratic mega-donor Reid Hoffman may leave the U.S. after Trump win

Wealthy Democratic donors like Reid Hoffman are considering leaving the U.S. due to fears of political retribution following Harris's defeat.

This Disqualifies Her Forever': Democratic Donor Goes Off On Kamala Harris Campaign's Mad Max'-Like Spending

John Morgan criticized Kamala Harris's campaign as wasteful and argued it should disqualify her from future political efforts.
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#kamala-harris

Bill Gates Privately Says He Has Backed Harris With $50 Million Donation

Bill Gates has shifted his political strategy by donating $50 million to support Kamala Harris's presidential campaign amidst concerns about a second Trump presidency.

Bill Gates gave $50 million to back Kamala Harris for president: NYT

Bill Gates donated $50 million to Kamala Harris's campaign, citing concerns over Trump's policies and a shift in his political engagement.

Big industry campaign donors give lopsided edge to Harris

Kamala Harris's campaign is heavily supported by California's real estate industry, with a significant majority of industry donors favoring her over Trump.

MSNBC Acknowledges Al Sharpton's Non-Profit Received Donation From the Harris Campaign Ahead of On-Air Interview

MSNBC was unaware of $500,000 donations to Sharpton's non-profit by Harris's campaign during the same period he interviewed her.

Bill Gates Privately Says He Has Backed Harris With $50 Million Donation

Bill Gates has shifted his political strategy by donating $50 million to support Kamala Harris's presidential campaign amidst concerns about a second Trump presidency.

Bill Gates gave $50 million to back Kamala Harris for president: NYT

Bill Gates donated $50 million to Kamala Harris's campaign, citing concerns over Trump's policies and a shift in his political engagement.

Big industry campaign donors give lopsided edge to Harris

Kamala Harris's campaign is heavily supported by California's real estate industry, with a significant majority of industry donors favoring her over Trump.

MSNBC Acknowledges Al Sharpton's Non-Profit Received Donation From the Harris Campaign Ahead of On-Air Interview

MSNBC was unaware of $500,000 donations to Sharpton's non-profit by Harris's campaign during the same period he interviewed her.
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#legal-issues

Pam Bondi, a $25,000 Donation and Trump University: Questions Remain

Trump University faced legal scrutiny but received varied responses from state attorneys general influenced by political donations.

Philadelphia sues to halt Musk's $1m giveaway to voters

Elon Musk's daily $1 million giveaway to Trump's supporters is under legal scrutiny for potentially violating election laws.

Pam Bondi, a $25,000 Donation and Trump University: Questions Remain

Trump University faced legal scrutiny but received varied responses from state attorneys general influenced by political donations.

Philadelphia sues to halt Musk's $1m giveaway to voters

Elon Musk's daily $1 million giveaway to Trump's supporters is under legal scrutiny for potentially violating election laws.
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#transparency

Tory Foreign Office minister used official visit to Azerbaijan to promote party donor's business

The promotion of JCB by Leo Docherty during an official visit illustrates potential conflicts of interest and the influence of wealthy donors in UK politics.

Sneaky, excessive and unjustified: why Labor's electoral reforms are vulnerable to constitutional challenge | Anne Twomey

The Australian campaign finance bill aims to reform donation transparency but risks undermining its goals with high donation caps.

Tory Foreign Office minister used official visit to Azerbaijan to promote party donor's business

The promotion of JCB by Leo Docherty during an official visit illustrates potential conflicts of interest and the influence of wealthy donors in UK politics.

Sneaky, excessive and unjustified: why Labor's electoral reforms are vulnerable to constitutional challenge | Anne Twomey

The Australian campaign finance bill aims to reform donation transparency but risks undermining its goals with high donation caps.
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Feds raid Queens hotel with city shelter contract, owned by Mayor Adams donor: sources

Federal agents raided a Queens hotel housing homeless people linked to Mayor Adams' donor amidst corruption inquiries.
Investigations are focusing on the hotel's owner and a former mayoral aide's connections to Chinese fundraising.
#campaign-finance

Oil Interests Gave More Than $75 Million to Trump PACs, New Analysis Shows

Oil and gas interests have contributed around $75 million to Trump's campaign, indicating significant support from the fossil fuel industry.

Billionaire Michael Bloomberg Donated $50 Million to Kamala Harris-but His Property Portfolio Could Be Worth More Than Double That

Billionaires like Bloomberg are intensifying their financial influence in the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

Follow the money: Labor bets big on Peskin, spends against Farrell

Wealthy donors and unions are strategically funding opposing candidates in the competitive San Francisco mayoral race, reflecting the influence of money in local politics.

SF election analysis: Money can't buy you competence

Despite heavy financial backing in San Francisco's elections, money alone does not guarantee success or competence in political outcomes.

S.F. Democratic clubs spend big on loosely regulated 'slate mailer organizations'

Major donations are increasingly flowing to slate mailer organizations, benefiting from less regulation and anonymity for donors.

US sports owners make huge political donations. Which party does your team's give to?

Sports team owners have largely funded Republican campaigns, with only a small fraction supporting Democrats or unaffiliated causes since 2020.

Oil Interests Gave More Than $75 Million to Trump PACs, New Analysis Shows

Oil and gas interests have contributed around $75 million to Trump's campaign, indicating significant support from the fossil fuel industry.

Billionaire Michael Bloomberg Donated $50 Million to Kamala Harris-but His Property Portfolio Could Be Worth More Than Double That

Billionaires like Bloomberg are intensifying their financial influence in the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

Follow the money: Labor bets big on Peskin, spends against Farrell

Wealthy donors and unions are strategically funding opposing candidates in the competitive San Francisco mayoral race, reflecting the influence of money in local politics.

SF election analysis: Money can't buy you competence

Despite heavy financial backing in San Francisco's elections, money alone does not guarantee success or competence in political outcomes.

S.F. Democratic clubs spend big on loosely regulated 'slate mailer organizations'

Major donations are increasingly flowing to slate mailer organizations, benefiting from less regulation and anonymity for donors.

US sports owners make huge political donations. Which party does your team's give to?

Sports team owners have largely funded Republican campaigns, with only a small fraction supporting Democrats or unaffiliated causes since 2020.
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FTX is suing super PACs and dark-money groups to claw back over $38 million in political giving

FTX's estate seeks over $38 million from PACs for funds allegedly misappropriated from customer deposits to influence politics.
#venture-capital

Silicon Valley investors Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz celebrate Trump's win as 'a boot off the throat'

Andreessen and Horowitz express relief over Trump's win, feeling it alleviates the suppression faced by the crypto industry under the Biden administration.

Silicon Valley's Trump supporters envision ascendant startups, Vance 2028

Trump's election night at Mar-a-Lago reflected electric optimism among supporters, indicating hope for significant changes in governance and business.

Silicon Valley investors Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz celebrate Trump's win as 'a boot off the throat'

Andreessen and Horowitz express relief over Trump's win, feeling it alleviates the suppression faced by the crypto industry under the Biden administration.

Silicon Valley's Trump supporters envision ascendant startups, Vance 2028

Trump's election night at Mar-a-Lago reflected electric optimism among supporters, indicating hope for significant changes in governance and business.
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Tory former energy secretary facing conflict of interest claim over JCB owner links

Coutinho's acceptance of donations raises conflict of interest concerns regarding public funding for JCB's projects.
Her department's funding benefitted companies linked to Lord Bamford, demonstrating potential improper influence.

A voter-approved Maine limit on PAC contributions sets the stage for a legal challenge

Maine referendum caps individual donations to super PACs at $5,000, aiming to challenge Citizens United's impact on campaign finance.

Wells Fargo has flooded local elections with donations. Who were the recipients?

Wells Fargo significantly increased donations to influence state elections, highlighting the growing importance of state politics to major corporations.
#anti-abortion

This Billionaire Is Using His Financial Weight to Influence Multiple 2024 Races

Billionaire Richard Uihlein uses his wealth to influence elections and reshape judicial landscapes in alignment with his anti-abortion agenda.

This Anti-Abortion Billionaire Is Trying to Manipulate the Election for the GOP

Leonard Leo's anti-abortion allies are intensifying efforts in elections due to ballot measures on abortion in multiple states.

This Billionaire Is Using His Financial Weight to Influence Multiple 2024 Races

Billionaire Richard Uihlein uses his wealth to influence elections and reshape judicial landscapes in alignment with his anti-abortion agenda.

This Anti-Abortion Billionaire Is Trying to Manipulate the Election for the GOP

Leonard Leo's anti-abortion allies are intensifying efforts in elections due to ballot measures on abortion in multiple states.
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Kamala Harris Has Raised Almost $1 Billion A Few Pro-Trump Billionaires Are Trying to Even It Up

Kamala Harris leads in campaign fundraising, outpacing Donald Trump significantly, especially among smaller donors and suburban voters.

Amazon donates to group backing hardline anti-abortion Republican

Major corporations publicly supporting reproductive rights are simultaneously funding groups that advocate for anti-abortion politicians, revealing a contradiction in their stances.

Oakland school board races draw less spending by political groups this year

Oakland school board races are greatly influenced by independent expenditure committees with substantial funds supporting school choice candidates.
Families in Action for Justice is actively participating in candidate endorsements while navigating donation limit regulations.

These 3 States Could Use Millions In Public School Funding For Private Schools

The 2024 election will challenge public education funding through school choice referendums, impacting resource allocation for public schools.

Here are the most common election scams and how to keep yourself safe

Scammers are increasingly targeting voters with deceptive registration, surveys, and donation requests during the election season.
#republican-party

SF Giants owner pours cash into Republicans like never before

Charles B. Johnson is making significant political donations to Republican organizations, totaling $2.86 million in 2024, with a focus on gaining Congressional control.

The far-right megadonor pouring over $10m into the US election to defeat the woke regime'

Klingenstein's $10m contributions signify a shift towards extreme right-wing political financing in the Republican party.

SF Giants owner pours cash into Republicans like never before

Charles B. Johnson is making significant political donations to Republican organizations, totaling $2.86 million in 2024, with a focus on gaining Congressional control.

The far-right megadonor pouring over $10m into the US election to defeat the woke regime'

Klingenstein's $10m contributions signify a shift towards extreme right-wing political financing in the Republican party.
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