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channel4.compolitics7 days ago
SNP Urges Ethics Adviser to Review Unreported Ministerial Meeting
The Scottish National Party has asked the prime minister's independent adviser on ministerial standards to examine whether a meeting between a Scottish Secretary and a lobbying firm was properly declared. The meeting occurred in summer 2024 and appeared on public records in March…
deccanchronicle.compolitics7 days ago
Douglas Alexander Met Mandelson-Linked Global Counsel for Trade Briefing Shortly After Becoming Minister
Douglas Alexander met Global Counsel weeks after his July 2024 appointment. The meeting entered public records only in March 2026.
The Guardianpolitics8 days ago
AIPAC Affiliate Spent Over $4.2 Million on Congressional Trips to Israel Since October 2023
The American Israel Education Foundation covered travel costs for at least 78 members of Congress and staff across 15 delegations. Filings show per-person costs averaged more than $26,600, with some trips exceeding $44,000 when family members joined.
Washington Examinerpolitics9 days ago
Women’s Liberation Front Holds Congressional Lobbying Event on Women’s Spaces
WoLF completed a weeklong lobbying trip and met with more than 30 congressional offices. The group displayed banners and presented cases involving male inmates at Logan Correctional Center.
ocregister.comai10 days ago
TechNet reports lobbying activity on 808 state AI bills
An industry group says it has engaged on hundreds of state-level artificial intelligence measures. Lobbying records show continued opposition to new legal requirements even as some companies have called for safety rules.
middleeasteye.netpolitics12 days ago
UK Parliament to Debate Petition on Israeli Lobbying Influence
A petition with more than 116,000 signatures will be debated in Parliament on June 22. Campaigners seek examination of reported pro-Israel lobbying activity and political donations.
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The Timesbusiness16 days ago
PR Firm Declines to Name Backers of Leasehold Campaign
Spreckley said Justice for Property Rights receives support from small investors and retirees. The firm had previously been linked to another lobbying group.
Reasonpolitics20 days ago
Tariffs Added Nearly One Point to U.S. Consumer Prices in 2025
Tariffs imposed in 2025 raised consumer prices and cost American households about $1,000 each, according to multiple economic analyses. The measures also generated lobbying activity and legal challenges after a Supreme Court ruling.
world20 days ago
AIPAC Funds PACs in Illinois and Pennsylvania Primaries
Public records show AIPAC-linked PACs spent millions in recent U.S. House primaries. The spending occurred through multiple intermediary groups whose donors were disclosed after the elections.
middleeasteye.networld21 days ago
Pro-Israel Group Congratulates Candidate After Primary Victory
A pro-Israel lobbying organization issued statements after a Republican primary election in Kentucky. The group spent millions in independent expenditures supporting the winning candidate.
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dailyhodl.comworld26 days ago
Lawmaker Introduces Bill To Require AIPAC To Register As Foreign Agent
A member of Congress introduced legislation on May 15, 2026, that would amend the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938 to require the American Israel Public Affairs Committee to register with the Department of Justice. The bill seeks to subject the group to reporting requireme…
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msnbc.compolitics26 days ago
Republicans Consider Next Steps as Administration Presses for Support
Lawmakers from the president's party are assessing their positions following intensive lobbying efforts by administration officials at a congressional event. The discussions center on upcoming legislative priorities and internal party dynamics. @politico reported that some member…
foxnews.compolitics26 days ago
Senators Introduce Bill to Ban Former Members of Congress from Lobbying
Two senators have introduced legislation that would prohibit former members of Congress from becoming lobbyists. The bill aims to restrict former lawmakers from engaging in lobbying activities for a set period after leaving office. The measure was reported by The Hill on May 15,…
indianexpress.comworld26 days ago
Bill Introduced to Require AIPAC to Register Under Foreign Agents Act
A bill dubbed the AIPAC Act was introduced in Congress that would require the pro-Israel lobbying group to register under the Foreign Agents Registration Act. The legislation argues that lobbying tied to foreign countries should be publicly disclosed. The measure was announced on…
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pymnts.comai28 days ago
OpenAI and Anthropic Open Washington Offices and Increase Lobbying
OpenAI and Anthropic are opening offices in Washington and hiring lobbyists as they increase spending to engage with federal lawmakers. The two artificial intelligence companies are spending more than ever before on these efforts. The moves come as Congress and regulators conside…
Defense Newspolitics28 days ago
Defense Industry Donates Nearly $5 Million to Congress This Year
A new report shows the defense sector contributed almost $5 million to members of Congress through political action committees and individual donations. The donations, which include contributions to both Republicans and Democrats on key defense committees, represent a small share…
jpost.comworld32 days ago
Iranian Opposition Group MEK Seeks Legitimacy Through PR and Lobbying
The People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran has shifted from a student-led Marxist movement to an exiled group calling for regime change. The organization has undertaken a public relations and lobbying effort to improve its image. The Jerusalem Post reported that the group's past…
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Fox Newsworld44 days ago
100 Former US Lawmakers Registered as Foreign Lobbyists Since 2000
A Quincy Institute analysis revealed that 100 former members of Congress have worked as lobbyists for foreign governments since 2000, with most serving authoritarian regimes. The report highlighted cases involving Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other nations, noting their influence o…
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The Guardianfinance47 days ago
US Postpones Security Talks with South Korea Over Coupang CEO's Legal Protection in Data Breach
A data breach at South Korean retailer Coupang has triggered diplomatic tensions with the United States, affecting security talks and leading to postponed visits. The issue involves demands for legal protections for Coupang's CEO Bom Kim amid South Korean investigations. Lobbying…
koreaboo.comai48 days ago
Music Artists Meet Lawmakers in Washington to Discuss AI Legislation
Artists and lawmakers gathered in Washington for events focused on artificial intelligence's impact on the music industry. The annual lobbying event honored proponents of related legislation and included discussions on proposed bills. A separate planned roundtable by an entertain…
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Australian Gas Industry Funds Multimillion-Dollar Campaign Against Proposed Tax
A parliamentary inquiry in Australia heard details of a gas industry advertising campaign opposing a new tax. Shell Australia's country chair testified that her company and others are contributing funds to the effort. Separately, an anti-corruption body found a former New South W…