Karoline Leavitt’s 2022 congressional campaign is currently burdened with a debt exceeding $300,000, owed to over 100 creditors. The campaign, which accepted over $300,000 in illegal contributions, failed to repay any of it in the latest reporting period ending June 2025. While the funds were to be returned, the campaign had already spent the money. Notably, Leavitt’s campaign has only refunded five donors this year, including her parents.
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A recent financial disclosure from the MAGA Inc. super PAC, supporting Donald Trump, unveiled a list of significant donors and their subsequent access to the former president. The disclosure revealed that the PAC raised over $177 million since January, with some donors later securing positions in Trump’s administration or gaining direct access to him. Notable contributors included cryptocurrency entrepreneurs, some of whom pitched business ideas to Trump during private meetings, and individuals like Elizabeth Fago, who received a pardon for her son shortly after donating a substantial sum. MAGA Inc. maintains that any perceived benefits are coincidental, asserting that Trump treats donors the same as any other American.
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Karoline Leavitt, current White House press secretary, faces unresolved campaign debt from her 2022 congressional run, owing over $326,000 to numerous creditors. Despite the campaign raising no funds during the recent months, much of the debt stems from unreturned illegal contributions. The FEC, facing a lack of commissioners, cannot enforce any penalties for campaign finance violations. This situation underscores the lack of recourse creditors have when campaigns fail to pay their debts.
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Karoline for Congress’s campaign committee failed to raise any funds in the second quarter of the year and made no progress in paying off its considerable debt. This debt primarily stems from accepting illegal campaign contributions that have largely not been returned. The committee reported that it had already spent the illicit funds and had no cash available. Significant debts are owed to various individuals and firms, including former New Hampshire Governor Craig Benson and several consulting and polling companies.
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In a Truth Social post, former President Donald Trump accused Kamala Harris’ campaign of illegally paying millions for celebrity endorsements, including $3 million to Oprah Winfrey. Trump alleged that these payments violated campaign finance laws, stating that Harris and those who received endorsement money should be prosecuted. This accusation is the latest in a series of attempts to divert attention from renewed interest in the Jeffrey Epstein files. Notably, Trump’s opinion on Oprah has shifted from previous praise to criticism, reflecting a change in their relationship due to political endorsements.
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In a recent development, Senator Bernie Sanders has publicly condemned the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC). He urged fellow Democrats to sever ties with the organization, citing its alleged role in Donald Trump’s presidential victory. Sanders’ stance was made clear during an event held at NHTI Concord Community College in Concord, New Hampshire. The Senator’s call for a boycott signals a significant shift in the ongoing debate surrounding U.S.-Israel relations and the role of influential lobbying groups.
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A new political action committee, OneNYC, has been formed to support Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, with Yasser Salem of Hira Ventures serving as chairman. This PAC emerges as the business and finance community mobilizes against Mamdani, who has proposed tax increases that have raised concerns. Simultaneously, a rival PAC, New Yorkers for a Better Future Mayor 25, has been launched with the goal of defeating Mamdani, potentially raising $20 million, while another group, New Yorkers for Lower Costs, continues to support Mamdani. These developments highlight the financial battle shaping up around the mayoral race, with various groups vying to influence the outcome.
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In a recent development, French police raided the headquarters of the National Rally (RN), seizing documents as part of an investigation into alleged illegal campaign financing. The raid comes shortly after EU financial prosecutors launched a separate probe into the alleged misuse of funds by the former far-right Identity & Democracy (ID) group, which included the RN. This investigation will examine potential fraud, illegal loans, and forged documents related to campaigns from 2020 to 2024. Simultaneously, Marine Le Pen, a key figure in the party, is facing legal challenges, including a conviction for embezzling EU funds, further complicating the party’s political landscape.
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A new report reveals that while Kristi Noem served as the governor of South Dakota, she received $80,000 from an anonymous donor through a “dark money” group, significantly supplementing her government salary. Despite becoming the head of the Department of Homeland Security, Noem failed to disclose this payment in her financial disclosure reports, potentially violating federal ethics requirements. The funds were transferred to her personal company, Ashwood Strategies, which the donor, American Resolve, described as a payment for fundraising. Noem’s lawyer claimed she complied with the law, but did not address whether the Office of Government Ethics was specifically aware of the payment.
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Texas’s recent attempt to ban THC products experienced a surprising twist with Governor Greg Abbott’s eleventh-hour veto. The move has ignited a firestorm of speculation and commentary, painting a picture of political maneuvering, powerful lobbying, and a hefty price tag for the governor’s change of heart.
The initial push for the ban seemed to be a full-fledged assault on the burgeoning THC industry in the state. This sudden and dramatic shift in policy created considerable uncertainty and anxiety within the industry itself. However, the subsequent veto left many questioning the true motivations behind the governor’s actions.
The prevailing theory amongst observers is that the THC lobby significantly influenced the outcome.… Continue reading
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