The Arizona Republic reports on allegations that individuals associated with the Fiesta Bowl were reimbursed for political donations. Past and present Fiesta Bowl employees have told The Arizona Republic they were encouraged to write checks to specific candidates and were reimbursed by the bowl.
Category: FEC
McCain, Feingold, and Lieberman on Federal Election Commission travel rules
Senators McCain, Feingold, and Lieberman introduced legislation regarding the Federal Election Commission’s new travel regulations, according to this press release. In the House, Rep. Halvorson introduced H.J. Res. 65, “Disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Election Commission with respect to travel on private aircraft by candidates for the office of President, Vice President, and […]
Ten for 2009: Ten developments in campaign finance, ethics and lobbying in the past year
As the year winds down, it’s a good time to take a look back at my top ten developments in campaign finance, ethics, lobbying, and related areas over the past year. I’m sure I’m leaving out a few. So, in David Letterman-style (starting with number ten), here goes: 10. The Federal Election Commission’s new policies […]