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2025-12-10 News & Politics
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Marc Elias Discusses Argument Against SCOTUS Challenge to Campaign Finance Limits

Gain insight into the critical US Supreme Court argument defending campaign finance limits and why the outcome could unleash an explosion of big money into congressional races.

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  • The session focuses on Marc Elias's oral arguments defending limits on coordinated party expenditures, a fight Republicans have waged for decades.
  • Several justices, including conservatives, showed concern over Republicans potentially being a "bait and switch" in their legal strategy regarding statutory removal.
  • A loss in this case could invite coordination between outside groups (like PACs) and candidates, leading to a completely unregulated campaign finance system.

This discussion provides a detailed, first-hand account from attorney Marc Elias following his argument before the Supreme Court regarding Republican efforts to eliminate restrictions on how much parties can spend supporting their campaigns. Understanding this ruling is crucial because it directly impacts the flow of major funding into federal elections.

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Top Comments (10)

@leticiareynoso8513 2025-12-10

Marc, thank you for all your hard work!

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@nanaduarte7942 2025-12-10

Marc you are very appreciated! Thank you for what you do. Brian keep us informed, you are very appreciated !

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@PolyglotPfannkuchen 2025-12-10

Marc, thank you for being a democracy warrior. We all appreciate you.

644 1 replies
@carlapaschall5768 2025-12-10

WHAT A AMAZING HUMAN BEING, THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU ARE DOING 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

449 4 replies
@lindahanchett8994 2025-12-10

Thank you Marc and Brian! Having people like you gives me hope.

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@ConcernedCitizenHere 2025-12-10

Get rid of the Super PACs. Get rid of Corporate bribes to Politicians.

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@CynthiaKingCrochet 2025-12-10

THANK YOU MARC !! YOU ARE AN HONORABLE MAN. Pleas don't ever stop fighting for Democracy!

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@scooby-doo-d3x 2025-12-10

We are very fortunate to have you on our side Mark. We appreciate you and your lawfirm.

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@briantylercohen 2025-12-10

Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: www.youtube.com/briantylercohen

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@Monty-Remick 2025-12-10

Overcoming two judges who have been bought and paid for by the Republicans and all their corrupt donors!

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