Dark money is secret spending in our elections conducted by wealthy special interests, and it undermines voters' right to know who is trying to influence their vote.
Dark money groups can violate the law because the two government agencies charged with enforcing the laws governing nonprofits and political activity are doing practically nothing to stop them.
CLC seeks to ensure that voters have the critical information they need to evaluate who is trying to influence their vote by suing Heritage Action directly.
Shell companies like ML Organization, LLC are often used to funnel secret money to super PACs, concealing the true contributor’s identity using an illegal tactic that erodes transparency.
The process in New York — from voters amending the constitution to a court striking down the partisan gerrymander — should provide a roadmap for other states to follow.
The use of shell companies to hide the true sources of election spending is a growing problem that fundamentally undermines the transparency of elections.
The Supreme Court’s denial of review protects Rhode Islanders right to know who is spending big money, enabling voters to be well-informed when heading into the voting booth.
Making a contribution through a shell company that conceals the true contributor’s identity is illegal, but special interests often use this approach to hide their spending.
