Campaign finance violations stories

Aug 28, 2026

Federal judge denies Trump's bid to move hush money case to federal court

A federal judge rejected President Trump's third attempt to transfer his New York criminal hush money conviction to federal court, where he sought broader protection from prosecution. The ruling keeps the case in state court.

Aug 28, 20263 sources

Jul 14, 2026

Wisconsin Elections Commission Finds Probable Cause Elon Musk Violated State Bribery Laws with $1 Million Voter Payments

The bipartisan Wisconsin Elections Commission voted to refer complaints to prosecutors alleging that billionaire Elon Musk violated state election bribery laws by offering $1 million checks to voters during the 2025 state Supreme Court election.

Jul 14, 20266 sources

May 27, 2026

Spanish Police Raid Headquarters of PM Sánchez's Socialist Party in Corruption Probe

Spanish police entered the headquarters of the ruling Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) in Madrid to obtain evidence for an ongoing investigation into alleged illegal financing of the party.

May 27, 20263 sources