Judd Legum1. @[email protected] is preparing to launch his presidential campaign and he's going to start by making a mockery of campaign finance laws.
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@[email protected] 2. Since announcing his candidacy in 2018, DeSantis has solicited funds for his eponymous state political committee, Friends of Ron DeSantis.
Friends of Ron DeSantis can accept contributions in unlimited amounts — from individuals and corporations.
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Ron DeSantis is about to make a mockery of campaign finance law
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) is a prolific fundraiser. Since announcing his candidacy in 2018, DeSantis has solicited funds for his eponymous state political committee, Friends of Ron DeSantis. Friends of Ron DeSantis can accept contributions in unlimited amounts — from individuals and corporations. DeSantis has taken advantage of Florida's permissive rules. Even after spending tens of millions on his election and reelection, he has amassed a war chest of nearly $86 million.
@[email protected] 3. Even after spending tens of millions on his election and reelection, DeSantis has amassed a war chest of nearly $86 million.
Much of this money has come from very large contributions. In July 2022, Robert Bigelow, the owner of Budget Suites of America, donated $10 million.
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