Tag: campaign finance
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The 10 Senate Races to Watch in 2026 That Could Decide the Balance of Power
Overview: The 2026 Senate Landscape As the political map shifts after the 2024 elections, the 2026 Senate cycle stands out for its potential to redefine who controls the chamber. While the party in the White House often faces resistance in midterm-sized cycles, the 2026 slate features a mix of incumbents facing tough re-election bids and…
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UK ministers urged to cap political donations to ‘rebuild voter confidence’
Campaigners press the case for a donation cap ahead of landmark elections bill Campaigners are urging the UK government to cap political donations as part of an ambitious push to rebuild voter confidence in democracy. With a landmark elections bill on the horizon, advocates say a hard cap on donations could curb undue influence, level…
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UK ministers urged to cap political donations to rebuild voter confidence
Campaigners push for a cap on political donations Amid growing concerns about the influence of money in politics, campaign groups are pressing UK ministers to legislate a cap on political donations. The aim is to restore public trust in democracy as the government prepares to publish a landmark elections bill. While the details of the…
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UK Ministers urged to cap political donations to rebuild voter confidence
Campaigners call for a cap on political donations As the UK government prepares to unveil a landmark elections bill, campaign groups are urging ministers to introduce a firm cap on political donations. They argue that capping contributions would be a decisive step toward rebuilding voter confidence in democracy and reducing the influence of money on…
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BJP Maintains Unprecedented Lead in Political Donations, Collecting 85% Last Year
Introduction: A Concise Snapshot of Donations New disclosures from the Election Commission of India reveal a striking shift in the political funding landscape. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) reportedly received more than Rs 6,000 crore in political donations in the 2024-25 financial year, a substantial increase from roughly Rs 4,000 crore in 2023-24. Notably, the…
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BJP Dominates Political Donations: 85% Share in 2024-25 Signals Major Shift
Overview: A Sharp Jump in Political Contributions The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) topped political fundraising in the 2024-25 period, grabbing a commanding 85% of all declared contributions. The Election Commission of India’s latest disclosures show the party received more than Rs 6,000 crore in political donations, up from about Rs 4,000 crore in 2023-24. This…
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BJP Dominates Political Donations: 85% Share in 2024-25, Up From 56%
Introduction: A Shift in Political Donations The latest disclosures filed with the Election Commission of India reveal a striking concentration of political donations in 2024-25. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) received over Rs 6,000 crore, marking a significant rise from nearly Rs 4,000 crore in the 2023-24 financial year. More notably, the BJP’s share of…
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Nigel Farage Escapes Police Probe Over 2024 Election Spending Claims
Overview: No Police Investigation into Farage and Reform UK In a development that has drawn varied reactions from UK political observers, Essex Police announced that it would not pursue a formal investigation into Nigel Farage regarding allegations that Reform UK overspent on the party’s campaign during the 2024 general election. The decision centers on the…
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Nigel Farage avoids police investigation into 2024 election spending
Overview: No investigation into 2024 election spending Nigel Farage, the former leader of the Brexit Party and a key figure behind Reform UK, will not be subjected to a police investigation over alleged overspending during the party’s 2024 general election campaign. Essex Police confirmed that there is no active investigation into the Clacton MP’s campaign…
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Nigel Farage Avoids Police Investigation Over 2024 Campaign Spending Claims
Summary: No Police Investigation into 2024 Campaign Spending Nigel Farage, the former leader of UKIP and current figurehead for Reform UK, will not be subjected to a police investigation over claims that his party overspent on its 2024 general election campaign. Essex Police confirmed that they would not pursue an inquiry into the matter because…