Erin Chlopak

The Supreme Court struck down federal campaign finance limits on political parties, ruling they violate the First Amendment. The 6-3 decision removed coordinated spending caps between candidates and parties, with Justice Brett Kavanaugh emphasizing the restrictions as disproportionate. The ruling aligns with Republican leaders' arguments against federal spending limits but faces criticism for potentially increasing corruption risks.

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that campaign finance limits on political parties violate the First Amendment, striking down coordinated spending limits between federal candidates and parties. Justice Brett Kavanaugh wrote the majority opinion, while Justice Elena Kagan dissented, warning of increased corruption risks. The decision, which affects the Federal Election Campaign Act, was supported by Republican officials and criticized by advocacy groups for enabling greater donor influence.