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  Hilary Braseth, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
January 25, 2024 at 9:40 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Tracking the foreign-influenced dollars pouring into state elections

Our groundbreaking new report sheds light on the escalating influence of foreign-influenced companies in U.S. state-level elections.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today January 25, 2024Foreign-Influenced Corporate Money in State Elections In a groundbreaking new report on politic…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
January 18, 2024 at 9:35 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: These outside groups have poured $318 million into the 2024 election so far

Super PACs and other outside groups have already spent more than six times as much as had been spent at this point in 2020 as of Jan. 14Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today January 18, 2024 Outside spending on 2024 elections tops $318 million Super PACs and other outside groups …
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
January 11, 2024 at 10:03 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: After Jan 6th, Companies Pledged to Rethink Political Giving. Did They?

Corporate PACs and industry trade groups have given more than $108 million to election objectors in Congress who voted against certifying the 2020 election results, according to a new OpenSecrets analysis.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today January 11, 2024 Corporate PACs and ind…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
January 4, 2024 at 9:59 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Lawmakers spending hundreds of thousands bankrolling political allies

OpenSecrets analyses show that lawmakers are steering hundreds of thousands to fellow members of Congress to bolster party lines and develop political allies.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today January 4, 2023 Lawmakers spending hundreds of thousands bankrolling political allies …
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
December 21, 2023 at 8:49 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Money-in-politics stories driving the news in 2023

Millions poured into lobbying and elections in 2023, breaking several money-in-politics records. Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today December 21, 2023Money-in-politics stories driving the news in 2023 Millions poured into lobbying and elections in 2023, breaking several money-in…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
December 14, 2023 at 8:02 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: OpenSecrets director of operations advances transparency in Kazakhstan

In a groundbreaking initiative, OpenSecrets' Greg Schneider traveled to Kazakhstan to collaborate with Community Exchange Program fellow Nazerke Batyrbek to enhance transparency and disclosure surrounding lobbying in the country.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today December 14, 20…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
December 7, 2023 at 8:56 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Top firms rake in millions lobbying for foreign nations on US defense budget

Three Washington D.C.-based firms brought in millions of dollars lobbying for foreign countries with interests in the outcome of the annual National Defense Authorization Act.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today December 7, 2023Top firms rake in millions lobbying for foreign natio…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
November 30, 2023 at 7:45 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Pro-Israel lobbying presses for US military aid in war with Hamas

AIPAC spent $13 million in political contributions to key players in recent pro-Israeli legislation during the Israel-Hamas war and over $2.7 million on lobbying legislation related to the conflict.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today November 30, 2023Pro-Israel lobbying presses f…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 5:59 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Kentucky governor’s race breaks fundraising records, exceeds $44 million

State campaign finance regulators are investigating whether Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Democratic Party allegedly accepted contributions exceeding the legal limit.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today November 16, 2023Kentucky governor’s race breaks fundraising records, ex…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
November 9, 2023 at 6:11 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Who are the Top 10 Biggest Political Donors?

These top donors spent over $600 million dollars influencing federal elections.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today November 9, 2023Epic Games sues Google as both lobby on antitrust legislation Google faces off with Fortnite developer Epic Games in federal court this week, one of…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
November 2, 2023 at 6:33 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Republican presidential hopefuls burn through cash to shrink Trump’s huge lead

Republican presidential hopefuls are burning through cash in attempts to shrink former President Donald Trump’s significant lead in the polls.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today November 2, 2023Republican presidential hopefuls burn through cash to shrink Trump’s huge leadRepubli…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
October 26, 2023 at 6:35 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: ByteDance sets new lobbying record amid scrutiny of TikTok’s China ties

New lobbying disclosures reveal that TikTok parent company ByteDance has ramped up its lobbying amid mounting efforts to crack down on the video-sharing app.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today October 26, 2023ByteDance sets new lobbying record amid scrutiny of TikTok’s China tie…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
October 19, 2023 at 6:01 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Sherrod Brown maintains fundraising lead in Ohio Senate race with help of grassroots donors and unions

Brown’s war chest may not win him reelection and the Republicans could flip the Senate if Brown loses.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today October 19, 2023Sherrod Brown maintains fundraising lead in Ohio Senate race with help of grassroots donors and unionsWith $11.8 million in t…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
October 12, 2023 at 7:48 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Kevin McCarthy’s historic ouster spurs big money race for House leadership

Several of Congress’ top Republican fundraisers are vying to be the next House speaker after Kevin McCarthy’s historic ouster. Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today October 12, 2023Kevin McCarthy’s historic ouster spurs big money race for House leadership Several of Congress’ top …
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
October 5, 2023 at 5:11 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Google ramped up federal lobbying ahead of DOJ antitrust showdown

Google's parent company Alphabet reported lobbying on bills that would curb alleged anticompetitive behavior.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today October 5, 2023Google ramped up federal lobbying ahead of DOJ antitrust showdown Google’s parent company, Alphabet Inc., spent more on…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
September 28, 2023 at 10:42 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Kentucky governor’s race on track for new fundraising record

The Kentucky governor’s race has been nothing short of a financial juggernaut, with gubernatorial candidates collectively raking in more than $36.8 million in contributions.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today September 28, 2023Kentucky governor’s race on track for new fundraisin…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
September 22, 2023 at 3:40 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Prosecutors allege pressure tactics after Trump’s political operation paid over $44 million to witness lawyers

Prosecutors are probing Trump’s political operation after it shelled out over $44 million to lawyers and law firms that have also represented witnesses in cases against him.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today September 22, 2023Prosecutors allege pressure tactics after Trump’s po…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
September 15, 2023 at 9:07 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Exposing 'dark money' on Democracy Day 2023

OpenSecrets is proud to participate in Democracy Day 2023 by platforming original stories in this week's newsletter that directly expose the threats that face our democracy at the state and federal levels.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today OpenSecrets is proud to participate …
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
September 1, 2023 at 7:42 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: New filings reveal more luxury trips and opaque payments to Clarence Thomas’ wife, Ginni

A new filing reveals Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’ undisclosed trips bankrolled by billionaire donor Harlan Crow, and a secretive stream of payments to Ginni Thomas’ firm.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today September 1, 2023New filings reveal more luxury trips and opaqu…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
August 23, 2023 at 7:55 PM

OpenSecrets News: Essential Reading for the Republican Party Presidential Debate

Former President Donald Trump will not be present on the stage physically, but his presence will certainly be felt throughout the night.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today Essential Reading ahead of the First 2024 Republican Presidential Debate Republican presidential candidates…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
August 18, 2023 at 8:45 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: How 'Scam PACs' line their pockets by deceiving political donors

OpenSecrets identified 86 potential scam PACs ahead of 2024 elections.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today August 18, 2023How 'Scam PACs' line their pockets by deceiving political donors OpenSecrets identified 86 potential scam PACs in the 2022 federal election cycle. Read more.…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
August 10, 2023 at 7:02 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Lobbying surges around the largest merger in videogame industry history

Companies ramped up lobbying around Microsoft’s $69 billion acquisition of Call of Duty developer Activision Blizzard, the biggest gaming deal in history.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today August 10, 2023Lobbying surges around the largest merger in videogame industry history Co…
  OpenSecrets · [email protected]
August 4, 2023 at 8:27 PM

OpenSecrets' latest article

Trump political operation steers $130 million in donor money to cover legal fees.Article AlertThe first to receive OpenSecrets' reporting - before it's breaking news. Trump political operation steers about $130 million in donor money to cover legal fees   Trump’s political network has reported payi…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
August 3, 2023 at 10:54 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Congressional leadership rakes in millions ahead of ‘most expensive election in history’

New fundraising totals lend insight into the $40 million congressional leaders on both sides of the aisle have raised this cycle according to quarterly FEC filings.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today August 3, 2023Congressional leadership rakes in millions ahead of ‘most expensi…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
July 27, 2023 at 10:18 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Biden, Trump outraising party rivals

Biden, who announced his campaign in April, leads Democratic candidates with $19.8 million raised but trails Trump’s $33.1 million raised since he announced his presidential bid in November.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today July 27, 2023Biden, Trump outraising party rivals Pre…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
July 20, 2023 at 11:03 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Sen. Sherrod Brown’s fundraising overshadows GOP challengers in Ohio Senate race

A quarter of Brown’s fundraising comes from small donors who contributed less than $200.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today July 20, 2023 Gallego outraises Sinema but falls far short of incumbent’s war chest in Arizona Senate race Incumbent Sen. Kristen Sinema (I-Ariz.) has yet …
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
July 14, 2023 at 6:01 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: DeSantis outspends Trump on digital ads ahead of GOP debates

DeSantis is outspending Trump on digital ads while many GOP long-shot candidates employ fundraising gimmicks to meet party debate requirements.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today July 14, 2023DeSantis outspends Trump on digital ads ahead of GOP debates DeSantis is outspending T…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
July 6, 2023 at 10:21 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Supreme Court disclosures reveal more luxury travel from private interests

Justices received reimbursement for 34 individual trips in 2021 and 2022, with some traveling to Europe as private groups foot the bill.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today July 6, 2023 Supreme Court disclosures reveal more luxury travel from private interests Justices received r…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
June 29, 2023 at 9:40 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Record contributions from dark money groups and shell companies flooded 2022 midterm elections

Federal political committees reported taking in $615 million from “dark money” groups during the 2022 election – a new midterm record.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today June 29, 2023 Record contributions from dark money groups and shell companies flooded 2022 midterm elections …
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
June 22, 2023 at 11:19 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Amazon lobbyists tout workplace safety improvements ahead of Senate investigation

The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions launched an investigation into “dangerous and illegal conditions” at Amazon warehouses.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today June 22, 2023 Amazon lobbyists tout workplace safety improvements ahead of Senate investi…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
June 15, 2023 at 11:03 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Tax records reveal more contributions from Publix heiress to “dark money” groups sponsoring Jan. 6 rally

An OpenSecrets investigation shows Publix heiress Julia "Julie" Jenkins Fancelli steered millions more than previously reported to "dark money" groups involved in the rally preceding the U.S. Capitol attack on Jan. 6, 2021Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today June 15, 2023 Tax rec…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
June 9, 2023 at 9:26 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Companies political contributions' to state lawmakers who advanced anti-LGBTQ+ bills

Companies that publicly condemned legislation targeting the LGBTQ+ community send political contributions to state lawmakers who advanced anti-LGBTQ+ billsYour weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today June 9, 2023 Companies that publicly condemned legislation targeting the LGBTQ+ communit…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
June 1, 2023 at 10:19 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: OpenSecrets releases report on out-of-state donations’ rising role

The report explores the growing trend of political donors and activists paying attention to races beyond their home states.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today June 1, 2023OpenSecrets releases report on out-of-state donations’ rising role OpenSecrets has released a groundbreakin…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
May 25, 2023 at 10:11 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Pro-Ron DeSantis super PAC to inherit state-level PAC war chest to support presidential run

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis kicked off his long-anticipated presidential announcement on Wednesday evening backed by a super PAC flush with tens of millions of dollars from the Republican’s old state-level PAC.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today May 25, 2023 Pro-Ron DeSantis super…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
May 11, 2023 at 10:53 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: TurboTax owner Intuit ramps up lobbying as debate over government-run free tax filing heats up

A free tax filing service could diminish the need for services provided by commercial tax prep companies, which profit from complicated tax filing processes that require many Americans to pay for help. Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today May 11, 2023 TurboTax owner Intuit ramps …
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
May 4, 2023 at 9:40 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Federal lobbying spending tops $1 billion in first quarter of 2023

First quarter federal lobbying spending blew past $1 billion for the second year in a row, a new OpenSecrets analysis of 2023 federal lobbying disclosures found.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today April 27, 2023Federal lobbying spending tops $1 billion in first quarter of 2023 …
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
April 27, 2023 at 9:46 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: House party leaders bring in millions in the first quarter of 2023 amid heated debt ceiling proposal

Party leaders in Congress reported collectively raising $16 million for their campaigns during the first three months of the 2024 election cycle.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today April 27, 2023 House party leaders bring in millions in the first quarter of 2023 amid heated debt…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
April 20, 2023 at 9:38 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Pentagon leaks suggest the UAE’s Russia ties may go beyond “spirit of mediation” touted by U.S. lobbyists

Pentagon leaks suggest the UAE’s Russia ties may go beyond “spirit of mediation” touted by U.S. lobbyistsYour weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today April 20, 2023 Pentagon leaks suggest the UAE’s Russia ties may go beyond “spirit of mediation” touted by U.S. lobbyists Foreign agents r…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
April 13, 2023 at 9:57 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Billionaire megadonors ramped up political contributions since meeting U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas

Billionaire megadonors ramped up political contributions since meeting U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today April 13, 2023 Harlan and Kathy Crow ramped up political contributions over the decades since meeting U.S. Supreme Court Justice …
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
April 6, 2023 at 8:01 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Trump’s campaign raised more money around federal indictment than presidential announcement

Trump’s campaign raised more money around federal indictment than presidential announcementYour weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today April 6, 2023 Trump’s campaign raised more money around federal indictment than presidential announcement Former President Donald Trump’s campaign repor…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
March 30, 2023 at 9:30 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Gun rights groups continue to target state and federal assault weapons bans amid mass shootings

Amidst mass shootings, gun rights groups continue to target legislation regulating or banning assault weapons at the state and federal level.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today March 30, 2023 Dear Friend of OpenSecrets,  Following another fatal mass shooting in Nashville, Presid…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
March 30, 2023 at 8:02 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Gun rights groups continue to target state and federal assault weapons bans amid mass shootings

Amidst mass shootings, gun rights groups continue to target legislation regulating or banning assault weapons at the state and federal level.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today March 30, 2023 Gun rights groups continue to target state and federal assault weapons bans amid mass s…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
March 23, 2023 at 10:00 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: FEC hears testimony on use of campaign funds to cover salaries, health care

The Federal Election Commission heard public comments on a proposed rule change to allow candidates to use campaign funds to cover salaries and health care.Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today March 23, 2023 FEC hears testimony on use of campaign funds to cover salaries, health c…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
March 16, 2023 at 8:52 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Celebrating Sunshine Week by shining a light on money in politics

State and federal midterms cost $16.4 billion with state-level fundraising projected to reach nearly $7.5 billion Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today March 16, 2023 State and federal midterms cost $16.4 billion with state-level fundraising projected to reach nearly $7.5 billion …
  OpenSecrets · [email protected]
March 16, 2023 at 2:55 PM

OpenSecrets' latest article

Candidates spend a record amount of campaign funds on childcare in 2022 midterms Article Alert The first to receive OpenSecrets' reporting - before it's breaking news.   Candidates spend a record amount of campaign funds on childcare in 2022 midterms  Federal candidates reported spending over $280,…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
March 9, 2023 at 9:54 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Armed Services Committee members received $5.8 million from defense sector during 2022 election cycle

Armed Services Committee members received $5.8 million from defense sector during 2022 election cycleYour weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today March 9, 2023 Armed Services Committee members received $5.8 million from defense sector during 2022 election cycle Individuals and PACs affil…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
March 2, 2023 at 9:34 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: The railroad industry’s hold over Washington goes beyond Norfolk Southern

The railroad industry’s hold over Washington goes beyond Norfolk Southern Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today March 2, 2023The railroad industry’s hold over Washington goes beyond Norfolk Southern The rail industry’s federal lobbying and political giving hit its lowest point in…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
February 23, 2023 at 9:00 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: TurboTax parent company Intuit is pouring more money than ever into lobbying amid push for free government-run tax filing

Intuit spent more than $3.5 million on federal lobbying in 2022 — a new record for the leading tax prep company, which owns TurboTax. Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today February 23, 2023 TurboTax parent company Intuit is pouring more money than ever into lobbying amid push for f…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
February 16, 2023 at 10:10 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Nikki Haley launches 2024 presidential campaign after years of raising big money

Nikki Haley launches 2024 presidential campaign after years of raising big money Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today February 16, 2023 Nikki Haley launches 2024 presidential campaign after years of raising big money Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley announced her 2024 presi…
  Sheila Krumholz, OpenSecrets · [email protected]
February 9, 2023 at 9:37 PM

OpenSecrets Newsletter: Cost of 2022 federal elections tops $8.9 billion, a new midterm record

The 2022 federal midterm elections cost more than $8.9 billion, blowing past the inflation-adjusted $7.1 billion spent on the 2018 midterm elections. Your weekly money in politics newsletter. Donate Today February 9, 2023 “Midterm spending spree”: Cost of 2022 federal elections tops $8.9 billion, a…