In a landmark decision, a nonprofit founded by Stacey Abrams to register voters has been hit with a record $300,000 fine for illegally funneling funds to support her failed 2018 gubernatorial bid. This case shines a light on the unethical practices and blatant disregard for campaign finance laws by Abrams and her affiliated organizations, raising serious questions about her integrity and the legitimacy of her political operations.
Stacey Abrams’ Nonprofit Caught in Major Campaign Finance Violation, Fined Heavily
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A voter registration nonprofit founded by former Georgia state Rep. Stacey Abrams secretly boosted her 2018 gubernatorial bid in violation of campaign finance law and was slapped with a $300,000 fine Wednesday.
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Jan-17
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In a move that critics say is politically motivated, a voter registration nonprofit linked to Stacey Abrams was ordered to pay a $300,000 fine for what has been described as indirect support of her 2018 campaign for Georgia governor. The organization, which has been at the forefront of fighting voter suppression in Georgia, vows to continue its work despite what they see as attempts to derail their efforts through legal and financial challenges.
From New York Post