CU THERE. CCP. “On the fifth anniversary of the Citizens United ruling, top journalists will interview a variety of experts to explore the impact of the case on politics, liberals and the future of the First Amendment.” NEW SUPER PAC. The Hill. “Republicans with ties to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) have formed a […]
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PAY TO PLAY AND 16. NBC. “The SEC rules can be fuzzy and even experts say it’s not always entirely clear which donations trigger a violation. Determining which officials are covered by the rules requires a deep reading of state law. And while donations to outside groups — like the leadership PAC Christie is reportedly […]
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FINRA SEEKS COMMENT. Thinkadvisor.com. “The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority is requesting public comment on its proposal to establish pay-to-play type rules for broker-dealers that closely mirror those the Securities and Exchange Commission has set forth for advisors.” GRAY REJECTED PLEA. Fox. “Outgoing District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray rejected a proposed plea bargain offered by federal […]