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#elon-musk

Elon Musk and His Super PAC Face Their Crucible Moment

Elon Musk's super PAC plays a central role in driving voter turnout for Trump, amid pressure and scrutiny as the election approaches.

Column | America: Land of the free, home of the jerks

Musk's influence in the election raises significant concerns regarding legality and ethics in political engagement.

Elon Musk is going all in to elect Trump

Elon Musk is deeply involved in the 2024 presidential campaign, using his resources and influence to support Donald Trump, especially in Pennsylvania.

How Elon Musk's super PAC millions helped elect Trump

Musk's funding for Trump represents a landmark model for billionaire involvement in elections.

Elon Musk may knock on doors for Trump in Pennsylvania, report says

Elon Musk is heavily investing in and actively campaigning for Trump, demonstrating his commitment to the former president's electoral success.

Elon Musk's America PAC spent about $200 million to help elect Donald Trump-with vast majority from the Tesla CEO

Elon Musk's super PAC America PAC spent $200 million to boost voter turnout for Trump, highlighting how billionaires can significantly influence elections.

Elon Musk and His Super PAC Face Their Crucible Moment

Elon Musk's super PAC plays a central role in driving voter turnout for Trump, amid pressure and scrutiny as the election approaches.

Column | America: Land of the free, home of the jerks

Musk's influence in the election raises significant concerns regarding legality and ethics in political engagement.

Elon Musk is going all in to elect Trump

Elon Musk is deeply involved in the 2024 presidential campaign, using his resources and influence to support Donald Trump, especially in Pennsylvania.

How Elon Musk's super PAC millions helped elect Trump

Musk's funding for Trump represents a landmark model for billionaire involvement in elections.

Elon Musk may knock on doors for Trump in Pennsylvania, report says

Elon Musk is heavily investing in and actively campaigning for Trump, demonstrating his commitment to the former president's electoral success.

Elon Musk's America PAC spent about $200 million to help elect Donald Trump-with vast majority from the Tesla CEO

Elon Musk's super PAC America PAC spent $200 million to boost voter turnout for Trump, highlighting how billionaires can significantly influence elections.
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Musk's lawyer says $1 million winners are "spokespeople" not chosen by chance

Musk's Super PAC intends to award $1 million daily to swing state voters through a contest that raises legal and ethical concerns.

McConnell's extreme tab on Ohio Senate race

The Senate Leadership Fund is investing heavily in Bernie Moreno, signaling the importance of the Ohio race for the GOP's Senate strategy.
#political-funding

Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz each donated $2.5 million to a pro-Donald Trump super PAC

Major business figures are significantly funding the pro-Trump PAC, 'Right for America', indicating a strong financial push for Trump's 2024 campaign.

Coinbase Pours $25M More Into Fairshake as CEO Armstrong Says 'We're Not Slowing Down'

Coinbase is proactively funding its political agenda by pledging $25 million to a crypto super-PAC for the 2026 midterm elections.

Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz each donated $2.5 million to a pro-Donald Trump super PAC

Major business figures are significantly funding the pro-Trump PAC, 'Right for America', indicating a strong financial push for Trump's 2024 campaign.

Coinbase Pours $25M More Into Fairshake as CEO Armstrong Says 'We're Not Slowing Down'

Coinbase is proactively funding its political agenda by pledging $25 million to a crypto super-PAC for the 2026 midterm elections.
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#kamala-harris

Pro-Trump Group Plans a $70 Million Ad Buy in the Race's Final Weeks

MAGA Inc. is significantly increasing its ad spending to influence key battleground states ahead of the election.

Democratic Mega-Donors Pledge Eye-Popping $150 Million in 24 Hours to Support Kamala Harris

Democratic big-money donors pledged $150 million to support Kamala Harris's candidacy immediately after she announced her presidential campaign.

Democrats Seize on Trump's You're Rich as Hell' Remarks to Donors

The Future Forward PAC's ad emphasizes the divide between the wealthy elite and middle-class Americans, positioning Kamala Harris as a representative of the latter.

Inside a Pro-Harris Ad Portraying Trump as Fighting for Billionaires Like Him

The Fight for Us ad highlights Kamala Harris's focus on working-class support versus billionaire tax breaks.

A Farm-Raised Steelworker Speaks Up for Harris and Against Trump (and Elon Musk)

The super PAC Future Forward promotes Kamala Harris's presidential campaign by contrasting her working-class values against those of Donald Trump and billionaires.

A G.O.P.-Linked Group's Contradictory Ads Cast Harris as Friend and Foe of Israel

Future Coalition PAC is using contradictory ads to manipulate perceptions of Vice President Kamala Harris regarding her stance on Israel to appeal to different voter groups.

Pro-Trump Group Plans a $70 Million Ad Buy in the Race's Final Weeks

MAGA Inc. is significantly increasing its ad spending to influence key battleground states ahead of the election.

Democratic Mega-Donors Pledge Eye-Popping $150 Million in 24 Hours to Support Kamala Harris

Democratic big-money donors pledged $150 million to support Kamala Harris's candidacy immediately after she announced her presidential campaign.

Democrats Seize on Trump's You're Rich as Hell' Remarks to Donors

The Future Forward PAC's ad emphasizes the divide between the wealthy elite and middle-class Americans, positioning Kamala Harris as a representative of the latter.

Inside a Pro-Harris Ad Portraying Trump as Fighting for Billionaires Like Him

The Fight for Us ad highlights Kamala Harris's focus on working-class support versus billionaire tax breaks.

A Farm-Raised Steelworker Speaks Up for Harris and Against Trump (and Elon Musk)

The super PAC Future Forward promotes Kamala Harris's presidential campaign by contrasting her working-class values against those of Donald Trump and billionaires.

A G.O.P.-Linked Group's Contradictory Ads Cast Harris as Friend and Foe of Israel

Future Coalition PAC is using contradictory ads to manipulate perceptions of Vice President Kamala Harris regarding her stance on Israel to appeal to different voter groups.
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#sam-liccardo

Former San Jose mayor gets big boost from Bloomberg - San Jose Spotlight

Michael Bloomberg donated $1.5 million to a super PAC supporting Sam Liccardo for Congress, emphasizing financial backing differences in the race.

VTA union says political ad from pro-Sam Liccardo Super PAC referencing 2021 mass shooting is insensitive and wrong'

The political mailer supporting Sam Liccardo has been criticized for insensitivity due to its reference to a tragic mass shooting.

Former San Jose mayor gets big boost from Bloomberg - San Jose Spotlight

Michael Bloomberg donated $1.5 million to a super PAC supporting Sam Liccardo for Congress, emphasizing financial backing differences in the race.

VTA union says political ad from pro-Sam Liccardo Super PAC referencing 2021 mass shooting is insensitive and wrong'

The political mailer supporting Sam Liccardo has been criticized for insensitivity due to its reference to a tragic mass shooting.
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#donald-trump

New RBG PAC' Spending $19 Million From Secret Donors to Aid Trump on Abortion

Republican super PAC RBG PAC leverages Ruth Bader Ginsburg's name to mitigate abortion concerns for Trump, spending $20 million on targeted advertising.

Trump Ad Uses Tax Cuts and Near-Assassination to Show Him as a Fighter for Workers

Right for America is emphasizing Trump's tax-cut promises to rally support among working-class Americans in a $500,000 ad campaign.

Pro-Trump PAC Joins TikTok Amid Fight Over Its Chinese Ownership

The super PAC supporting Donald Trump has joined TikTok to share his agenda to win the election, amid controversies over the platform's ownership.

Dark New Trump Super Pac Attack Ad Goes After Biden On Border: BIDEN'S INVASION'

Trump uses ad attacking Biden on immigration via Super PAC support.
Immigration is a crucial issue for Trump, with focus on border policies and reversals by the Biden administration.

Donald Trump Super PAC Spent Almost $2M On Biglaw Firms In First Half Of 2023

Firms get paid when Trump pays attorneys from his Super PAC
FEC reports reveal the firms that billed Trump over the first half of last year

Florida Lawmakers Suggest Using Taxpayer Dollars To Pay Trump's Legal Bills

Donald Trump spent $19 million of Super PAC money on lawyers in the first half of 2023.
Florida is proposing a new legislation to create the 'Florida Freedom Fighters Fund' to cover legal costs for residents running for president who face legal attacks.

New RBG PAC' Spending $19 Million From Secret Donors to Aid Trump on Abortion

Republican super PAC RBG PAC leverages Ruth Bader Ginsburg's name to mitigate abortion concerns for Trump, spending $20 million on targeted advertising.

Trump Ad Uses Tax Cuts and Near-Assassination to Show Him as a Fighter for Workers

Right for America is emphasizing Trump's tax-cut promises to rally support among working-class Americans in a $500,000 ad campaign.

Pro-Trump PAC Joins TikTok Amid Fight Over Its Chinese Ownership

The super PAC supporting Donald Trump has joined TikTok to share his agenda to win the election, amid controversies over the platform's ownership.

Dark New Trump Super Pac Attack Ad Goes After Biden On Border: BIDEN'S INVASION'

Trump uses ad attacking Biden on immigration via Super PAC support.
Immigration is a crucial issue for Trump, with focus on border policies and reversals by the Biden administration.

Donald Trump Super PAC Spent Almost $2M On Biglaw Firms In First Half Of 2023

Firms get paid when Trump pays attorneys from his Super PAC
FEC reports reveal the firms that billed Trump over the first half of last year

Florida Lawmakers Suggest Using Taxpayer Dollars To Pay Trump's Legal Bills

Donald Trump spent $19 million of Super PAC money on lawyers in the first half of 2023.
Florida is proposing a new legislation to create the 'Florida Freedom Fighters Fund' to cover legal costs for residents running for president who face legal attacks.
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QB Colin Kaepernick Gets Blacklisted. Placekicker Harrison Butker Gets Power.

The Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker is promoting far-right conservative values through his new super PAC, highlighting a troubling trend in sports and politics.

Inside the Secretive $700 Million Ad-Testing Factory for Kamala Harris

Future Forward super PAC is dramatically reshaping political campaigning with strategic, analytic advertising.

Mike Johnson-linked PAC rushes to bail out ex-Freedom Caucus Chair Scott Perry

House Speaker Mike Johnson's super PAC is finally investing in defending Scott Perry amidst a competitive election cycle.
#california-politics

Sam Liccardo's congressional bid collects another $1.5 million from billionaire Michael Bloomberg

Bloomberg has contributed $2 million to support Liccardo's congressional candidacy, highlighting significant financial backing in political campaigns.

Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis launches Democratic PAC to mobilize voters on abortion rights

California Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis launched Californians for Choice to mobilize pro-choice voters in CA and support Democratic candidates in key congressional contests.

New Progressive PAC Targets 8 Key House Races in California

Democrats managed to avert a red wave in the 2022 midterms by forming a super PAC in California to support swing district candidates.

Sam Liccardo's congressional bid collects another $1.5 million from billionaire Michael Bloomberg

Bloomberg has contributed $2 million to support Liccardo's congressional candidacy, highlighting significant financial backing in political campaigns.

Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis launches Democratic PAC to mobilize voters on abortion rights

California Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis launched Californians for Choice to mobilize pro-choice voters in CA and support Democratic candidates in key congressional contests.

New Progressive PAC Targets 8 Key House Races in California

Democrats managed to avert a red wave in the 2022 midterms by forming a super PAC in California to support swing district candidates.
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Kennedy Withdraws From Presidential Contest in Arizona

Kennedy Jr. withdraws from the presidential race in Arizona, possibly endorsing Trump after discussions.
His campaign struggles prompt withdrawal despite submission of sufficient ballot signatures.
#democratic-donors

Top Democratic Donor Leaves Crypto Super PAC

Ron Conway opposes crypto PAC spending aimed at unseating Senator Brown, arguing it undermines legislative efforts by Senate Majority Leader Schumer.

Megadonors Are Plotting to Change Biden's Mind With Money. Will It Work?

Ultra-rich Democrats are actively strategizing to influence Democratic leadership post-Biden. Donors leverage money and connections to push for change and assess their influence.

Top Democratic Donor Leaves Crypto Super PAC

Ron Conway opposes crypto PAC spending aimed at unseating Senator Brown, arguing it undermines legislative efforts by Senate Majority Leader Schumer.

Megadonors Are Plotting to Change Biden's Mind With Money. Will It Work?

Ultra-rich Democrats are actively strategizing to influence Democratic leadership post-Biden. Donors leverage money and connections to push for change and assess their influence.
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A New Republican Group Targets Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Liberal

A new super PAC targets Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as a liberal aligned with Democrats, aiming to sway voters and potentially affect support for Donald J. Trump and Kamala Harris.
#fundraising

Trump Super PAC Says It Took In Nearly $70 Million in May

Make America Great Again Inc. plans to raise $70 million in May, targeting Rust Belt and Sun Belt states, focusing on Black, Latino voters and white working-class base.

Facing Harris's Momentum, Trump Allies Plan $45 Million Ground Game

Allies of Senator JD Vance are mobilizing $45 million super PAC campaign for Donald Trump support.
Turnout for America super PAC has trained 945 canvassers for battleground states and coordinated with Trump campaign.
Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign is actively raising funds and organizing support post President Biden's endorsement.

Trump Super PAC Says It Took In Nearly $70 Million in May

Make America Great Again Inc. plans to raise $70 million in May, targeting Rust Belt and Sun Belt states, focusing on Black, Latino voters and white working-class base.

Facing Harris's Momentum, Trump Allies Plan $45 Million Ground Game

Allies of Senator JD Vance are mobilizing $45 million super PAC campaign for Donald Trump support.
Turnout for America super PAC has trained 945 canvassers for battleground states and coordinated with Trump campaign.
Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign is actively raising funds and organizing support post President Biden's endorsement.
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#president-biden

Anita Dunn to Leave White House in First Departure Since Biden's Withdrawal

Anita Dunn, President Biden's senior adviser, is leaving the White House to support Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign via a super PAC.
Ms. Dunn played a crucial role in Mr. Biden's campaign success and White House communication strategy, now transitioning to aid Future Forward's $50 million promotion for Ms. Harris.
President Biden expresses gratitude for Ms. Dunn's contributions and plans to continue relying on her insights despite her departure from the White House.

Biden wins the New Hampshire primary after Democrats write him on the ballot

President Biden won the New Hampshire Democratic primary, even though he wasn't on the printed ballot.
New Hampshire held its primary despite the Democratic National Committee choosing South Carolina as the first primary of the year.

Anita Dunn to Leave White House in First Departure Since Biden's Withdrawal

Anita Dunn, President Biden's senior adviser, is leaving the White House to support Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign via a super PAC.
Ms. Dunn played a crucial role in Mr. Biden's campaign success and White House communication strategy, now transitioning to aid Future Forward's $50 million promotion for Ms. Harris.
President Biden expresses gratitude for Ms. Dunn's contributions and plans to continue relying on her insights despite her departure from the White House.

Biden wins the New Hampshire primary after Democrats write him on the ballot

President Biden won the New Hampshire Democratic primary, even though he wasn't on the printed ballot.
New Hampshire held its primary despite the Democratic National Committee choosing South Carolina as the first primary of the year.
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#campaign-finance

Pro-McCormick Super PAC Plans $30 Million Ad Blitz in Pennsylvania

The main super PAC supporting David McCormick in Pennsylvania is escalating the campaign with $30 million for TV ads, targeting Democratic incumbent Bob Casey.

Here's who funded the Congressional District 16 recount

Alliance of former San Jose Mayor's allies funded costly District 16 recount.

Crypto Super PAC Fairshake Raises $4.9M From Winklevoss Twins: Report

Fairshake received $4.9 million funding from Winklevoss twins for crypto-friendly candidates
Fairshake has raised over $85 million to support leaders endorsing crypto

Pro-McCormick Super PAC Plans $30 Million Ad Blitz in Pennsylvania

The main super PAC supporting David McCormick in Pennsylvania is escalating the campaign with $30 million for TV ads, targeting Democratic incumbent Bob Casey.

Here's who funded the Congressional District 16 recount

Alliance of former San Jose Mayor's allies funded costly District 16 recount.

Crypto Super PAC Fairshake Raises $4.9M From Winklevoss Twins: Report

Fairshake received $4.9 million funding from Winklevoss twins for crypto-friendly candidates
Fairshake has raised over $85 million to support leaders endorsing crypto
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Crypto attorney weighs challenging Warren

The cryptocurrency industry is ramping up efforts to influence the 2024 elections.
A pro-crypto Republican is running to challenge Senate Banking Chair Sherrod Brown in Ohio.

Crypto PAC Jumps Into Senate Race, Opposing Katie Porter in California

New crypto-focused super PAC, Fairshake, is making a multimillion-dollar bet to try and defeat Democrat Katie Porter in the California Senate primary.
Fairshake has received significant funding from major cryptocurrency players such as Coinbase, Ripple Labs, and Andreessen Horowitz.

Here's How Much Cash Ron DeSantis Lit on Fire Against Trump

Governor Ron DeSantis's failed presidential bid cost over $160 million, making it one of the most expensive in modern Republican primary elections.
The money spent by DeSantis and his allied super PACs went towards television advertising, private airfare, and donations to campaigns of elected officials who endorsed DeSantis.
#openai

Group Linked to Sam Altman Launches AI to Defeat Joe Biden

We Deserve Better, a super PAC connected to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has launched an AI chatbot to challenge President Joe Biden in the Democratic primary
Altman and other AI proponents have previously expressed support for AI regulation but have also opposed specific proposals

Developer of Dean Phillips bot suspended by OpenAI

OpenAI banned a developer for violating its T&Cs by creating a ChatGPT-powered bot mimicking Congressman Dean Phillips
The bot was created by a super PAC called 'We Deserve Better' with ties to Silicon Valley

Group Linked to Sam Altman Launches AI to Defeat Joe Biden

We Deserve Better, a super PAC connected to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has launched an AI chatbot to challenge President Joe Biden in the Democratic primary
Altman and other AI proponents have previously expressed support for AI regulation but have also opposed specific proposals

Developer of Dean Phillips bot suspended by OpenAI

OpenAI banned a developer for violating its T&Cs by creating a ChatGPT-powered bot mimicking Congressman Dean Phillips
The bot was created by a super PAC called 'We Deserve Better' with ties to Silicon Valley
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#Reid Hoffman

Top Democratic Donor, Reid Hoffman, Gives $250,000 to a Nikki Haley Super PAC

Reid Hoffman, a major Democratic donor and co-founder of LinkedIn, has donated $250,000 to a super PAC supporting Nikki Haley as an alternative to Donald Trump in the 2024 Republican primary race.
The donation from a prominent Democrat to a Republican super PAC is rare and could lead to backlash.

Top Democratic Donor, Reid Hoffman, Gives $250,000 to a Nikki Haley Super PAC

Reid Hoffman, a major Democratic donor and co-founder of LinkedIn, has donated $250,000 to a super PAC supporting Nikki Haley as an alternative to Donald Trump in the 2024 Republican primary race.
The donation from a prominent Democrat to a Republican super PAC is rare and could lead to backlash.

Top Democratic Donor, Reid Hoffman, Gives $250,000 to a Nikki Haley Super PAC

Reid Hoffman, a major Democratic donor and co-founder of LinkedIn, has donated $250,000 to a super PAC supporting Nikki Haley as an alternative to Donald Trump in the 2024 Republican primary race.
The donation from a prominent Democrat to a Republican super PAC is rare and could lead to backlash.

Top Democratic Donor, Reid Hoffman, Gives $250,000 to a Nikki Haley Super PAC

Reid Hoffman, a major Democratic donor and co-founder of LinkedIn, has donated $250,000 to a super PAC supporting Nikki Haley as an alternative to Donald Trump in the 2024 Republican primary race.
The donation from a prominent Democrat to a Republican super PAC is rare and could lead to backlash.
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Top Democratic Donor, Reid Hoffman, Gives $250,000 to a Nikki Haley Super PAC

Reid Hoffman, a major Democratic donor and co-founder of LinkedIn, has donated $250,000 to a super PAC supporting Nikki Haley as an alternative to Donald Trump in the 2024 Republican primary race.
The donation from a prominent Democrat to a Republican super PAC is rare and could lead to backlash.
#presidential campaign

Tim Scott's Campaign Collapse: Debate Flops, Mistrust and an AWOL Billionaire

Tim Scott's presidential campaign was struggling, with poor debate performances, ineffective ads, and low fundraising.
Billionaire Larry Ellison, expected to be a major donor to Scott's super PAC, did not donate anything to the group.
Scott's campaign manager announced a last-ditch move to Iowa, but many believed his candidacy had already run its course.

Upheaval Continues at DeSantis Super PAC as Another Top Official Departs

The super PAC supporting Gov. Ron DeSantis in his presidential campaign has undergone another shake-up, with the firing of its new CEO after just nine days on the job.
More departures are possible within the super PAC, Never Back Down, which is experiencing its third round of upheaval in recent weeks.

Tim Scott's Campaign Collapse: Debate Flops, Mistrust and an AWOL Billionaire

Tim Scott's presidential campaign was struggling, with poor debate performances, ineffective ads, and low fundraising.
Billionaire Larry Ellison, expected to be a major donor to Scott's super PAC, did not donate anything to the group.
Scott's campaign manager announced a last-ditch move to Iowa, but many believed his candidacy had already run its course.

Upheaval Continues at DeSantis Super PAC as Another Top Official Departs

The super PAC supporting Gov. Ron DeSantis in his presidential campaign has undergone another shake-up, with the firing of its new CEO after just nine days on the job.
More departures are possible within the super PAC, Never Back Down, which is experiencing its third round of upheaval in recent weeks.
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Campaign filings reveal Silicon Valley recount donors - San Jose Spotlight

The main sources of funding for a Silicon Valley congressional recount were from tech CEOs and business leaders.

A Democratic Super PAC's New Trump Ad Might Be Borderline Criminal

The Trump campaign responded to a super PAC's advertisement aimed at suppressing mail-in voting by MAGA Republicans, highlighting potential legal violations and questionable tactics.
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