Citizens United decision
Coverage of Citizens United decision in the Nexus archive.
- Political parties boast new clout and cash in midterms thanks to US Supreme Court
A U.S. Supreme Court decision removed limits on political party spending coordinated with candidates, potentially enhancing parties' influence in midterm elections. Experts note this shift may not increase total campaign funds but could reshape how parties allocate existing resources in key races like Maine's Senate contest.
- Political parties boast new clout and cash in midterms thanks to US Supreme Court
A U.S. Supreme Court decision removed limits on political parties' coordinated spending with candidates, potentially increasing their influence in midterm Senate races. Experts suggest this change may strengthen party roles but not necessarily lead to significant new funding surges, as super PACs already dominate spending.
- Supreme Court strikes down limits on party spending in federal elections, backing Republican appeal
The Supreme Court eliminated limits on political party spending in federal elections, overturning a 50-year-old law. A Republican-led lawsuit, including Vice President JD Vance, challenged these restrictions, which previously prevented large donors from bypassing contribution caps by funneling funds to parties. The decision aligns with the court's 2010 Citizens United ruling but reverses a 2001 precedent that upheld the spending limits.