14 Sep

There were 41 ballot measures certified in eight states for the 2023 elections, the highest since 2007.  Some significant measures included Ohio voters to decide on abortion rights and marijuana legalization. Nebraska's veto referendum sought the repeal of legislation allowing tax credits for private school scholarships. California Governor Newsom signed AB 421, changing the language of veto referendums, replacing 'Yes'...

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14 Sep

Denver University's Center on American Politics surveyed 2,600 GOP county chairs, revealing shifting sentiments in candidate support. Trump, initially tied with DeSantis, gained support post-indictments wave, but recent surveys show softened support, still leading with 27% committed chairs. Half of local Republican leaders remain uncommitted. Candidate consideration revealed DeSantis leading, though dropping from 73% to 57%, Trump steady at 52%,...

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14 Sep

Florida Governor DeSantis took undisclosed private jet trips and accepted lodging and dining during late 2018, revealing a tendency for luxury travel and time with wealthy donors. These trips occurred between DeSantis's election and inauguration. One trip involved DeSantis travelling to Augusta National Golf Club on a plane owned by Mori Hosseini, a major home builder. Hosseini later profited from...

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14 Sep

Wisconsin Senate Republicans voted to fire the state's top election official, Meagan Wolfe, triggering a legal battle over the oversight of voting in the state. The move came as a result of ongoing outrage within the GOP over the 2020 election. After the vote, Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul filed a lawsuit to block Republican leaders from appointing a new...

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14 Sep

Michigan's Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson, clarifies it's not secretaries of state's role to decide Trump's future electoral eligibility, but courts'. Despite compelling arguments for Trump's disqualification under the 14th Amendment, unresolved questions about his involvement in the Capitol riot and 2020 election disputes remain. Legal interpretations of the amendment's phrasing and state laws on candidate eligibility vary. Timing of...

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13 Sep

Sen. Mitt Romney won't seek a second Senate term, citing time for new generation to lead. He says he believes a second term would be less productive due to House Republicans' disarray and lack of confidence in Biden and Trump's leadership. Romney, a Trump critic, was the only Republican to vote to convict Trump in both impeachment trials. Despite speculation...

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13 Sep

Institute for Free Speech supports FEC's Agenda Document 23-21-A, ensuring respect for First Amendment rights in political activity investigations. FEC investigations, unlike others, regulate core constitutionally protected activity. The proposal ensures investigations don't cramp "breathing space" necessary for First Amendment freedoms. The proposal vests investigation direction authority in Presidentially appointed, Senate-confirmed Commission members, as required by the Federal Election Campaign...

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13 Sep

Concerns rise over potential misuse of foreign donations to U.S. charities for political activities amid 2024 presidential debates. House Ways and Means Committee members probe into nonprofits' funding sources during August recess. Despite recent abuse cases, lawmakers warned against discouraging charitable donations. Charitable sector's significant role in addressing societal issues highlighted. Nonprofits play crucial role in policy advocacy, acting as...

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13 Sep

Top nonprofit tax law scholars responded to a Request for Information from the Ways and Means Committee, emphasizing the importance of tax-exempt organizations' voice in society and democracy. They clarified that laws don't forbid all political activity by these organizations. They suggested that 501(c)(3) organizations should lawfully engage in nonpartisan voter education and activities. They urged Congress to lift restrictions...

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