campaign finance scandal
Coverage of campaign finance scandal in the Nexus archive.
- Wisconsin voters begin casting ballots at the polls in chaotic Democratic governor’s race
Wisconsin voters began early in-person voting in a competitive Democratic primary for governor, featuring candidates like Francesca Hong and Mandela Barnes. A lawsuit seeks to allow voters to cancel already-submitted absentee ballots after several candidates exited or re-entered the race, complicating the process.
- Hawaii Lt. Gov. indicted in alleged bribery scheme
Hawaii Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke (D) was indicted on bribery charges following a state investigation into a campaign finance scandal. She was accused of accepting campaign contributions in exchange for securing funding for COVID-19 testing sites. A Hawaii grand jury returned a 12-count indictment.
- Democrats decide 2026 midterm elections are the perfect time for a civil war pitting socialists against moderates
Democrats face internal conflict between moderates and democratic socialists, with candidates dropping out due to scandals in Wisconsin and Maine. Republicans struggle with Trump's influence and a war with Iran disrupting economic messaging.
- Evers’ endorsement shuffles Wisconsin gubernatorial race
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers endorsed David Crowley for governor, shifting the Democratic primary race after a campaign finance scandal forced Sara Rodriguez to exit. Crowley re-entered the race following Republican-backed ads targeting Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist candidate. Evers' endorsement sparked tension with Mandela Barnes and Hong supporters.
- Crowley reenters governor’s race with Gov. Evers’ endorsement
David Crowley, Milwaukee County Executive, reentered the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor after recently suspending his campaign and endorsing Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, who withdrew due to a campaign finance scandal. The Democratic field now includes Crowley, Rep. Francesca Hong, Rep. Kelda Roys, Mandela Barnes, and Joel Brennan.