May 31, 2025

Elections

Investment

Elon Musk’s pullback from politics comes after his last big investment was a flop

Democrats in the swing state said Musk’s comments show that a party-led effort in this spring’s election, dubbed ” People vs. Musk, ” succeeded in making Musk and his money “toxic.” “The people have won,” said Wisconsin Democratic Party Chairman Ben Wikler. “The biggest funder in Republican politics is taking his toys and going home.”

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Finance

Is Germany’s powerful finance minister in over his head? – POLITICO

“When somebody concentrates all power into their hands, then of course that person will be held responsible for their mistakes,” said one SPD politician, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss internal party matters. In the past, Klingbeil could always blame the party’s failures on others — including Olaf Scholz’s unpopularity — said the parliamentarian.

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Finance

Did Cuomo’s ‘Message for Voters’ Violate Campaign Finance Rules?

Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo may be violating New York City campaign finance rules that prohibit candidates from coordinating political strategy and spending with the super PACs supporting them. The issue is potentially serious for Mr. Cuomo, the Democratic front-runner for mayor. If found in violation of the rules, he could face stiff penalties and

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Finance

Former MPS board member Aisha Carr faces campaign finance fraud charges

Ex-MPS school board member headed to trial The case against a former Milwaukee Public Schools board member will head to trial. Aisha Carr was in court on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 13. Fox – Milwaukee Aisha Carr, a former Milwaukee Public Schools board member who last year was accused of fraud and misconduct, is now facing

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Funds

Trump mandates citizenship question on election ballots — and cuts funds if states don’t comply

WASHINGTON — President Trump signed an election integrity executive order Tuesday mandating a citizenship question on the Federal Voting form for the first time. “Perhaps some people think I shouldn’t be complaining because we won in a landslide, but we’re going to straighten out our election,” Trump told reporters at the White House. The order

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