Law360 recently published Spencer Fane attorney Bill Powers’ article, How High Court Could Upend Campaign Spending Rules.
In the article, Bill examines the NRSC v. FEC Supreme Court case that may reshape the rules governing how political parties coordinate spending with their candidates. He highlights the competing arguments over whether such limits are necessary to prevent corruption or instead improperly restrict political parties’ ability to support their nominees. The outcome could significantly affect campaign finance practices and the balance of power among parties, candidates, and outside groups in upcoming elections.
“If the Supreme Court finds this limit unconstitutional, it could upend rules related to campaign financing just as the 2026 election gets underway. And even if the court leaves the statute in place, the case raises interesting questions of mootness and justiciability,” Bill wrote.
Bill advises nonprofits, PACs, and innovative companies on all aspects of political law and compliance, equipping them to leverage current legal and regulatory trends to maximize political and business outcomes. With almost 20 years in private practice and government, he adeptly guides clients on federal laws and similar rules at the state and local levels.
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