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#eric-adams
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Adams sues NYC Finance Board over denial of $3.4 million in matching funds

Mayor Adams is contesting the Campaign Finance Board's denial of $3.4 million in matching funds for his reelection campaign.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams claims he's not worried as reelection chances dwindle: 'Damn, life is good'

Mayor Eric Adams is content with his achievements and unconcerned about his reelection ship.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Mayor Adams' corruption case stopping him from getting $4M in public campaign funds - despite getting tossed

Mayor Adams is denied $4 million in public matching funds despite the dismissal of his federal indictment.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 months ago

TD Bank closed Mayor Adams' campaign account after indictment, records show

TD Bank terminated Mayor Eric Adams' campaign account shortly after his indictment, highlighting financial management issues.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Eric Adams beefs up re-election fundraising as Cuomo, Mamdani boast top coffers heading into Dem mayoral primary

Mayor Adams is reviving his campaign fundraising efforts but still trails behind Cuomo and Mamdani in total funds.
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor's Race: Adams raises $1.5M over past month, on heels of CFB again denying him public funds | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Adams sues NYC Finance Board over denial of $3.4 million in matching funds

Mayor Adams is contesting the Campaign Finance Board's denial of $3.4 million in matching funds for his reelection campaign.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams claims he's not worried as reelection chances dwindle: 'Damn, life is good'

Mayor Eric Adams is content with his achievements and unconcerned about his reelection ship.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Mayor Adams' corruption case stopping him from getting $4M in public campaign funds - despite getting tossed

Mayor Adams is denied $4 million in public matching funds despite the dismissal of his federal indictment.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 months ago

TD Bank closed Mayor Adams' campaign account after indictment, records show

TD Bank terminated Mayor Eric Adams' campaign account shortly after his indictment, highlighting financial management issues.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Eric Adams beefs up re-election fundraising as Cuomo, Mamdani boast top coffers heading into Dem mayoral primary

Mayor Adams is reviving his campaign fundraising efforts but still trails behind Cuomo and Mamdani in total funds.
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor's Race: Adams raises $1.5M over past month, on heels of CFB again denying him public funds | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

MSG's James Dolan is rooting and spending against Alvin Bragg's reelection | amNewYork

Diana Florence's campaign received over $140,000 from two super PACs linked to James Dolan, supporting her bid against Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg.
New York Knicks
#andrew-cuomo
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Pro-Cuomo super PAC already raises $2.3 million from real-estate honchos, power players

Andrew Cuomo's mayoral campaign is significantly backed by a super PAC, which has raised $2.3 million in donations.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

NYC Mayor's Race: Front-runner Cuomo denied millions in public funds due to technical error' | amNewYork

The NYC Campaign Finance Board denied Andrew Cuomo public matching funds due to a technical error.
Cuomo's campaign rectified the issue and is seeking approval for funds soon.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Bloomberg allies throw support behind Cuomo's NYC mayoral bid - as ex-gov announces $3.9M campaign fundraising haul

Billionaire allies back Cuomo's mayoral run, raising questions about Bloomberg's position on political rivals.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Andrew Cuomo loses out on $4M in public campaign funds, dealing major blow to bid for NYC mayor

Andrew Cuomo's campaign lost over $4 million in public matching funds due to a paperwork error, impacting his mayoral bid significantly.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NYC's screwy Campaign Finance Board stiffs Adams, Cuomo while giving socialist Zohran Mamdani millions

The New York City mayoral race reveals issues with both candidates and the election system, highlighted by funding discrepancies and candidate controversies.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC pol wants Cuomo cut off from taxpayer funds in mayor campaign: 'Not following the rules'

Council member calls for investigation into Cuomo's campaign financing practices.
Cuomo allegedly violated campaign finance rules according to local officials.
Calls for accountability in political fundraising and public matching funds.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Pro-Cuomo super PAC already raises $2.3 million from real-estate honchos, power players

Andrew Cuomo's mayoral campaign is significantly backed by a super PAC, which has raised $2.3 million in donations.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

NYC Mayor's Race: Front-runner Cuomo denied millions in public funds due to technical error' | amNewYork

The NYC Campaign Finance Board denied Andrew Cuomo public matching funds due to a technical error.
Cuomo's campaign rectified the issue and is seeking approval for funds soon.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Bloomberg allies throw support behind Cuomo's NYC mayoral bid - as ex-gov announces $3.9M campaign fundraising haul

Billionaire allies back Cuomo's mayoral run, raising questions about Bloomberg's position on political rivals.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Andrew Cuomo loses out on $4M in public campaign funds, dealing major blow to bid for NYC mayor

Andrew Cuomo's campaign lost over $4 million in public matching funds due to a paperwork error, impacting his mayoral bid significantly.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NYC's screwy Campaign Finance Board stiffs Adams, Cuomo while giving socialist Zohran Mamdani millions

The New York City mayoral race reveals issues with both candidates and the election system, highlighted by funding discrepancies and candidate controversies.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC pol wants Cuomo cut off from taxpayer funds in mayor campaign: 'Not following the rules'

Council member calls for investigation into Cuomo's campaign financing practices.
Cuomo allegedly violated campaign finance rules according to local officials.
Calls for accountability in political fundraising and public matching funds.
#politics
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Andrew Cuomo finally facing rivals with three weeks to go in NYC mayor primary

Cuomo, the frontrunner, faces challenges including debate pressure and campaign finance issues as he approaches the New York City mayoral primary.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

George Santos, expelled Congressman, should serve 8 years in prison for fraud, identity theft: feds | amNewYork

George Santos faces a recommended eight-year prison sentence for fraud and identity theft after pleading guilty to serious charges related to his campaign.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump claims without evidence that celebrities were paid to endorse Harris

Trump accused entertainers endorsing Kamala Harris of being paid for their support, suggesting this constitutes illegal campaign contributions.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Andrew Cuomo finally facing rivals with three weeks to go in NYC mayor primary

Cuomo, the frontrunner, faces challenges including debate pressure and campaign finance issues as he approaches the New York City mayoral primary.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

George Santos, expelled Congressman, should serve 8 years in prison for fraud, identity theft: feds | amNewYork

George Santos faces a recommended eight-year prison sentence for fraud and identity theft after pleading guilty to serious charges related to his campaign.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump claims without evidence that celebrities were paid to endorse Harris

Trump accused entertainers endorsing Kamala Harris of being paid for their support, suggesting this constitutes illegal campaign contributions.
#political-advertising
fromFox News
1 week ago
NYC politics

Mamdani campaign dishes out millions to firm of key media strategist for Obama campaigns: 'She's the best'

fromFox News
1 week ago
NYC politics

Mamdani campaign dishes out millions to firm of key media strategist for Obama campaigns: 'She's the best'

fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

French police raid HQ of far-right Rassemblement National

Since 8:50 this morning, the headquarters of Rassemblement National - including the offices of its leaders - have been searched by around 20 armed police officers from the Financial Brigade.
France politics
#fundraising
#billionaire-influence
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Wisconsin Court Race Is Most Expensive Ever. Where Is the Money Coming From?

The Wisconsin Supreme Court election is the most expensive in U.S. history, significantly influenced by billionaire donors.
The outcome of the election is crucial for pivotal issues like abortion rights and labor laws.
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago
US politics

Dan Osborn Is Ready to Mount an Even Bolder Campaign Against Our Billionaire-Dominated Politics

Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Wisconsin Court Race Is Most Expensive Ever. Where Is the Money Coming From?

The Wisconsin Supreme Court election is the most expensive in U.S. history, significantly influenced by billionaire donors.
The outcome of the election is crucial for pivotal issues like abortion rights and labor laws.
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago
US politics

Dan Osborn Is Ready to Mount an Even Bolder Campaign Against Our Billionaire-Dominated Politics

fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

'Stand with Joel' campaign raises $536K. Still, it's an uphill battle.

The campaign to support District 4 Joel Engardio has raised about $536,000, while the recall effort has garnered a little over $161,000, showing a significant financial advantage.
US politics
#ethics
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

There's No Such Thing as a Free Plane

Trump is negotiating a $400 million gift from Qatar for a personal plane, showcasing a bold disregard for ethical norms.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

There's No Such Thing as a Free Plane

Trump is negotiating a $400 million gift from Qatar for a personal plane, showcasing a bold disregard for ethical norms.
#independent-journalism
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Lessons of "No Kings"-Plus, Stopping the Medicaid Cuts

Saturday's "No Kings" protests, with an estimated 5 million people turning out to 2,100 events, were declared by some to constitute the largest single day of protests in American history.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Report finds 2m of surplus UK general election funds essentially disappeared'

There is a lot of money flowing to candidates that essentially disappears from the readily accessible public record, raising accountability concerns in campaign finance.
UK politics
NYC politics
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Accusations of election law violations fly back and forth between Wu and Kraft

Campaign finance violations are central to the heated Boston mayoral race between Michelle Wu and Josh Kraft.
#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Oaklanders voted to take money out of politics. City Council just undid that

Oakland's City Council is rolling back campaign finance reforms to accommodate increased financial contributions from individuals and committees.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Oaklanders voted to take money out of politics. City Council just undid that

Oakland's City Council is rolling back campaign finance reforms to accommodate increased financial contributions from individuals and committees.
#elon-musk
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

Musk Is Still Paying for Political Influence

Elon Musk's support for a conservative judge in Wisconsin's election highlights the influence of wealth in judicial politics.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Elon Musk says he'll pour less money into elections. That's bad news for the GOP.

Elon Musk is significantly reducing his political donations, a shift from previous commitments to support the GOP.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

Musk Is Still Paying for Political Influence

Elon Musk's support for a conservative judge in Wisconsin's election highlights the influence of wealth in judicial politics.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Elon Musk says he'll pour less money into elections. That's bad news for the GOP.

Elon Musk is significantly reducing his political donations, a shift from previous commitments to support the GOP.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Dem Rep. Eugene Vindman hit with ethics complaint after campaign promoted brother's book

Rep. Eugene Vindman faces a complaint for allegedly misusing campaign funds to promote his brother's book.
#new-york-city
fromCity Limits
2 months ago
NYC politics

Group Funded by Wall Street Mogul Violates Regulations, Spends Big on South Bronx Council Candidate

NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Group Funded by Wall Street Mogul Violates Regulations, Spends Big on South Bronx Council Candidate

A political action committee has significantly funded Wilfredo López's campaign, raising concerns over campaign finance transparency and ethical campaigning practices.
#democratic-party
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Are We?' Bernie Sanders Trashes Chuck Schumer Claim Democrats Are Totally United'

Bernie Sanders criticizes party unity claims, emphasizing the need for a clear agenda and direction for the Democrats.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYS Dems pack budget full of 'self-serving' perks, watchdog group has 'nothing positive to say' about it

Democratic lawmakers are using the state budget to implement self-serving policies that may aid their reelection efforts.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Are We?' Bernie Sanders Trashes Chuck Schumer Claim Democrats Are Totally United'

Bernie Sanders criticizes party unity claims, emphasizing the need for a clear agenda and direction for the Democrats.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYS Dems pack budget full of 'self-serving' perks, watchdog group has 'nothing positive to say' about it

Democratic lawmakers are using the state budget to implement self-serving policies that may aid their reelection efforts.
#trump
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump's first-100-days wins, red alert for ActBlue and other commentary

Trump's first 100 days emphasize structural reforms, border security, tax cuts, and campaign finance oversight.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We can't just be against Trump. It's time for a bold, progressive populism | Robert Reich

Protests against Trump highlight the need for progressive populism to enhance democracy and counter regressive policies.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump's first-100-days wins, red alert for ActBlue and other commentary

Trump's first 100 days emphasize structural reforms, border security, tax cuts, and campaign finance oversight.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We can't just be against Trump. It's time for a bold, progressive populism | Robert Reich

Protests against Trump highlight the need for progressive populism to enhance democracy and counter regressive policies.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Adams accuses Campaign Finance Board of poisoning atmosphere' with release of letter charging his campaign broke the law | amNewYork

I think the Campaign Finance Board and others should be extremely careful about poisoning the atmosphere and releasing information without giving us an opportunity to respond to it.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

GOP's Michael Henry hauls in donations as he eyes rematch to topple embattled NY AG Letitia James: 'Time for Tish to go'

Together, we will bring balance back to New York. It's time to fight for every New Yorker - and it's time for Tish James to go.
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromBronx Times
2 months ago

Heckling, housing, health: Council District 8 hopefuls face off at South Bronx forum - Bronx Times

Candidates for City Council District 8 addressed key community concerns amidst criticism of campaign financing involving one candidate.
#political-parties
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
US politics

Non-Political People Are Sharing Why They Don't Like Engaging In Politics, And It's Insightful

fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
US politics

Non-Political People Are Sharing Why They Don't Like Engaging In Politics, And It's Insightful

#public-matching-funds
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Mayoral candidates Mamdani, Walden and Williams lead in latest round of matching funds

Public matching funds of $12.3 million have been approved for NYC's 2025 elections, promoting future election competitiveness.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Mayoral candidates Mamdani, Walden and Williams lead in latest round of matching funds

Public matching funds of $12.3 million have been approved for NYC's 2025 elections, promoting future election competitiveness.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

CCP-linked NYPD official fined $5K for soliciting donations for Adams; NYC transportation boss dinged for campaigning for Kamala Harris: docs

NYPD official fined for soliciting campaign donations, highlighting strict enforcement of conflicts of interest laws.
#evan-low
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Latest Line: A good week for Loren Taylor, a bad week for Omar Torres

In a surprising election result, the former Oakland City Council member and his supporters significantly outspent Barbara Lee to secure a remarkable victory.
Portland food
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

How Working Families Party is gaming NYC's ranked-choice voting system and public campaign-finance law

The Working Families Party is exploiting ranked-choice voting to influence election outcomes in New York City.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Jasmine Crockett branded a hypocrite for taking $370k from PACs, business trips to Hamas-supporting Qatar: records

Jasmine Crockett misrepresented her PAC contributions by claiming she accepted none, while evidence shows she received nearly $400,000 from PACs.
US Elections
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Dem fundraiser ActBlue made donation standards 'more lenient,' received foreign contributions during 2024 election: internal docs

ActBlue relaxed fraud standards, allowing foreign contributions to U.S. campaigns during the 2024 election cycle.
fromSan Jose Inside
3 months ago

FPPC Levies $106K Fine Against Evan Low for Concealing Big Payment to Alec Baldwin in 2020 Campaign

Evan Low concealed payments to Alec Baldwin from a nonprofit, violating campaign laws, leading to a $106,000 fine.
SF politics
fromAustin Monitor
3 months ago

Ethics commissioners vote to hear campaign finance complaints from D7 election - Austin Monitor

The Ethics Review Commission has found reasonable grounds to believe potential violations regarding campaign finance rules occurred in the recent District 7 runoff election.
NYC politics
#super-pacs
SF politics
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

This Popular App Reveals How Your Spending Trickles Up Into Politics

Dark money is untraceable political funding largely funneled through nonprofits, making it difficult to track or regulate.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Fundraising

Rallying Anti-Musk Donors, Liberal Judge Raises $24 Million in Key Court Contest

Judge Susan Crawford set a record by raising $24 million for the Wisconsin Supreme Court election.
SF politics
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

This Popular App Reveals How Your Spending Trickles Up Into Politics

Dark money is untraceable political funding largely funneled through nonprofits, making it difficult to track or regulate.
SF politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Wisconsin Election For Judge Breaks National Record for Spending in a Court Race

Unlimited campaign spending negatively impacts public discourse in Wisconsin elections.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Lefty NYC mayoral hopeful Brad Lander pockets George Soros cash despite attempt to shift moderate

Brad Lander's campaign raises concerns due to his acceptance of donations from George Soros while distancing himself from far-left ideologies.
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