The 411 how Super Pacs and dark money control the system?

Key Facts You'll Learn

• Prior to Citizens United (2010), corporations were prohibited from using general funds to directly support or oppose candidates.
• Super PACs can raise and spend unlimited amounts independently, but must disclose donors, while 501(c)(4)s can hide donors.
• The Supreme Court decided that corporate and union independent spending on elections is protected under free speech.
• Super PACs cannot contribute directly to candidates but can spend unlimited money independently on political campaigns.
• Unlike regular PACs, Super PACs can raise and spend unlimited funds independently of candidates.