Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board
Coverage of Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board in the Nexus archive.
- Pillows at parades: Mike Lindell’s giveaway lands before a Minnesota judge
A Minnesota judge is set to rule on whether Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Lindell violated campaign finance laws by distributing small MyPillows at parades. A citizen filed a complaint after a Fourth of July parade, arguing the giveaways influence voting, while Lindell claims compliance with guidelines, stating the items are akin to free promotional merchandise.
- Judge calls ‘probable cause’ hearing on campaign finance complaint against Lindell
Mike Lindell faces a probable cause hearing in Minnesota over allegations of violating campaign finance law by distributing pillows with campaign literature at parades. An administrative law judge found evidence of a prima facie violation, citing the monetary value of the pillows and their use to influence voters. Lindell claims compliance with guidelines after consulting the Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board.
- Questions raised about Mike Lindell’s pillow, book giveaways while campaigning
Mike Lindell, a gubernatorial candidate, is distributing free mini pillows and his autobiography during his campaign, raising legal questions under Minnesota's campaign finance laws. His campaign claims legality based on legal advice, but experts argue the actions may violate rules against political 'bribery' and using campaign funds for personal business.