One might almost get the impression that US politicks is owned by a very few people with a very large proportion of the wealth. So just like much of the world I suppose. They just don’t really try to hide it.

Bugger the voters, feel the $

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/feb/15/california-billionaires-state-elections

#USPol #Dysfunctional #MoneyScreams #Finance

California’s billionaires pour cash into elections as big tech seeks new allies

As Gavin Newsom departs, ultra-wealthy flex wealth and influence to fight regulation and keep the boom going

The Guardian