The NPR Politics Podcast Should Trump Make It Official? Depends If He's More Worried About The FEC Or DOJ
Aug 24, 2022
The discussion dives into Donald Trump's hefty political war chest and how his decision to announce a 2024 run drastically changes the game. Experts analyze the dense web of campaign finance laws and the pressure they could put on ongoing investigations against him. The legal complications surrounding classified documents discovered at Mar-a-Lago are laid bare, raising questions about their impact on his presidential ambitions. It's a fascinating look at how politics and law intertwine for a former president.
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Trump's PAC Money
- Trump's Save America PAC has almost $100 million with few spending restrictions.
- A presidential run would trigger Federal Election Commission (FEC) regulations, limiting spending.
FEC Inaction
- The FEC, with equal Democrat and Republican members, often deadlocks on Trump's violations.
- This inaction stems from increased politicization, hindering enforcement.
Mar-a-Lago Search
- The FBI's Mar-a-Lago search revealed over 700 pages of classified materials, some highly sensitive.
- Trump's request for a special master is seen as a moot point due to the timing.