# Fec on The No Agenda Show Fec comes up in 18 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2012 to November 2024. - **Chapters:** 18 - **Episodes:** 16 - **Discussed:** February 2012 – November 2024 - **Related topics:** [Campaign Finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [Censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [Kamala Harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [Money Laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), [2008 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2008-election.md), [2020 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [Actblue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/actblue.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Ben Bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md) ## Chapters 1–18 of 18 ### Harris Campaign Spending and Celebrity Endorsement Costs - **Episode:** [1712: Data Plateau](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1712-data-plateau.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-14 - **Time:** 32:09–40:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1712-data-plateau/chapter/harris-campaign-spending-and-celebrity-endorsement-costs.md The Kamala Harris campaign is facing scrutiny for spending over $1 billion and ending the election with $20 million in debt. FEC filings revealed a $1 million payment to Oprah Winfrey’s Harpo Productions and six-figure costs for a set used on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast. Democratic bundler Lindy Lee criticized the use of grassroots donations to pay for celebrity-led town halls and star-studded events. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [oprah winfrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oprah-winfrey.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [fec filings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec-filings.md), lindy lee ### FEC Filings, Campaign Finance, Steve Martin - **Episode:** [1684: No Guff](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1684-no-guff.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-08 - **Time:** 48:09–51:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1684-no-guff/chapter/fec-filings-campaign-finance-steve-martin.md Discrepancies in Kamala Harris's FEC Form 2 filings are discussed, noting that she used Joe Biden's candidate ID number. The financial implications of the $310 million campaign hoard are explored, suggesting that the funds can be managed by consultants regardless of the election outcome. Additionally, Steve Martin's refusal to play Tim Walz on Saturday Night Live is mentioned. Keywords: [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), steve martin ### O'Keefe Media Group, ActBlue, Donation Laundering - **Episode:** [1684: No Guff](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1684-no-guff.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-08 - **Time:** 54:45–56:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1684-no-guff/chapter/o-keefe-media-group-actblue-donation-laundering.md An investigation by O'Keefe Media Group into ActBlue is detailed, featuring a woman whose name was used for dozens of unauthorized donations to Bernie Sanders. The segment explores allegations of "smurfing" or money laundering through small-dollar donations using the identities of senior citizens. Keywords: [james o'keefe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-o-keefe.md), [actblue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/actblue.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md) ### AMMC Financial Investigation, Brad Parscale "Secret Technology" - **Episode:** [1282: Media Decomposition](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1282-media-decomposition.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-01 - **Time:** 1:13:13–1:17:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1282-media-decomposition/chapter/ammc-financial-investigation-brad-parscale-secret-technology.md Investigations into American-Made Media Consultants (AMMC) suggest that $170 million in campaign funds may have been laundered through various firms. Brad Parscale had previously teased a "secret technology" to bypass mainstream media, but critics suspect financial irregularities and FEC scrutiny are the true reasons for his recent personal and professional collapse. Keywords: [brad parscale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brad-parscale.md), ammc, [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), funware ### Beto O'Rourke Ends 2020 Presidential Campaign - **Episode:** [1187: Predeceased](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1187-predeceased.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-03 - **Time:** 2:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1187-predeceased/chapter/beto-o-rourke-ends-2020-presidential-campaign.md Beto O'Rourke officially suspended his 2020 presidential campaign after polling at approximately 3%. Analysis of FEC filings suggests O'Rourke may have remained in the race longer than viable to maintain staff salaries, including a projected personal salary of $400,000. Keywords: [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [fec filings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec-filings.md), [presidential race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-race.md) ### FEC Chair Warning on Foreign Election Help - **Episode:** [1147: OTARD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard.md) - **Published:** 2019-06-20 - **Time:** 2:35:28–2:39:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard/chapter/fec-chair-warning-on-foreign-election-help.md FEC Chair Ellen Weintraub issued a public statement clarifying that it is illegal for political candidates to solicit or accept anything of value from foreign nationals. This was a direct response to President Trump's comments about Norway or other countries providing opposition research. The segment also explores the specific exemptions of the Hatch Act, which generally exclude the President and Vice President. Keywords: ellen weintraub, [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), foreign nationals, [election law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-law.md), hatch act exemptions ### Twitter Shadow Banning, Matt Gaetz, FEC Complaint - **Episode:** [1055: Tongue Jammin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1055-tongue-jammin.md) - **Published:** 2018-07-30 - **Time:** 1:20:00–1:30:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1055-tongue-jammin/chapter/twitter-shadow-banning-matt-gaetz-fec-complaint.md Congressman Matt Gaetz and other Republican lawmakers have filed complaints with the FEC alleging that Twitter's search auto-fill feature suppressed their accounts. Twitter denies "shadow banning" based on ideology but admits to ranking "bad faith actors" lower in search results to promote "healthy conversation." Critics argue this practice constitutes an illegal corporate contribution to political opponents. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [shadow banning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shadow-banning.md), [matt gaetz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-gaetz.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [scott adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-adams.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ### Rudy Giuliani and Trump Campaign Finance Allegations - **Episode:** [1031: Dog Dazer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1031-dog-dazer.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-07 - **Time:** 5:28–9:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1031-dog-dazer/chapter/rudy-giuliani-and-trump-campaign-finance-allegations.md Rudy Giuliani appeared on Sean Hannity's program to clarify that Donald Trump reimbursed Michael Cohen for the $130,000 payment made to Stormy Daniels. Giuliani argued that the funds were not campaign money but were paid through a legal retainer, potentially negating Federal Election Commission violation claims. The strategy appears to be a deliberate attempt to resolve the legal questions surrounding the payment. Keywords: [rudy giuliani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rudy-giuliani.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [michael cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-cohen.md), [stormy daniels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stormy-daniels.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md) ### Obama 2008 Campaign Finance Fine Comparison - **Episode:** [1031: Dog Dazer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1031-dog-dazer.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-07 - **Time:** 16:14–17:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1031-dog-dazer/chapter/obama-2008-campaign-finance-fine-comparison.md The Federal Election Commission fined Barack Obama's 2008 campaign $375,000 for administrative errors involving $1.2 million in contributions. This historical precedent is cited to argue that campaign finance violations are typically handled with monetary penalties rather than impeachment or criminal charges. Critics suggest the media coverage of Trump's current legal issues lacks this historical context. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [2008 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2008-election.md), [fines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fines.md) ### Venezuela Unrest, Gun Control and Rachel Maddow's Analysis - **Episode:** [923: Terror Put](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/923-terror-put.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-23 - **Time:** 33:35–38:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/923-terror-put/chapter/venezuela-unrest-gun-control-and-rachel-maddow-s-analysis.md Venezuela is experiencing violent anti-government protests against the Maduro regime. The hosts discuss how the government's prior gun control measures have left the opposition unarmed and unable to effectively resist. They mock Rachel Maddow for suggesting that Venezuelan protesters are enraged by a White House FEC filing involving Steve Bannon rather than domestic economic collapse. Keywords: [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md), [nicolas maduro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicolas-maduro.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), fec filing, [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md) ### Voter ID Laws, Hans von Spakovsky Interview - **Episode:** [883: Throne Sniffing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/883-throne-sniffing.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-04 - **Time:** 23:41–29:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/883-throne-sniffing/chapter/voter-id-laws-hans-von-spakovsky-interview.md Former FEC Commissioner Hans von Spakovsky discusses the lack of systematic citizenship verification in the U.S. voter registration process. He cites surveys suggesting that a significant percentage of non-citizens may be registered to vote, potentially impacting election outcomes. The conversation covers the "honor system" used in many states and the Obama administration's efforts to block citizenship verification lists. Keywords: hans von spakovsky, [voter id](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voter-id.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [kansas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kansas.md), [department of homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md) ### Trump Family Security Clearances and Conflict of Interest Laws - **Episode:** [878: Pet a Pony](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/878-pet-a-pony.md) - **Published:** 2016-11-17 - **Time:** 24:03–27:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/878-pet-a-pony/chapter/trump-family-security-clearances-and-conflict-of-interest-laws.md NBC News reports that the Trump transition team inquired about top-secret security clearances for Trump's adult children. Critics argue this creates a conflict of interest with the family's business holdings, though the hosts point out that the President is largely exempt from such laws. They further discuss Trump's FEC financial disclosures as being more relevant than his tax returns. Keywords: [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md), [ivanka trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ivanka-trump.md), [security clearance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-clearance.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md) ### Ramsey Orta Jail Sentence and FEC Censorship - **Episode:** [841: Summer of Chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/841-summer-of-chaos.md) - **Published:** 2016-07-10 - **Time:** 2:15:35–2:17:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/841-summer-of-chaos/chapter/ramsey-orta-jail-sentence-and-fec-censorship.md Ramsey Orta, the man who filmed the police killing of Eric Garner, is sentenced to four years in prison on unrelated charges, making him the only person at the scene to serve time. Simultaneously, FEC Commissioner Lee Goodman warns that "net neutrality" regulations are a precursor to censoring conservative voices and "bullies" on the internet under the guise of diversity. Keywords: ramsey orta, [eric garner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-garner.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ### Third Party Politics, Gary Johnson and Tulsi Gabbard - **Episode:** [835: Woman Person](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/835-woman-person.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-19 - **Time:** 1:17:16–1:21:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/835-woman-person/chapter/third-party-politics-gary-johnson-and-tulsi-gabbard.md The obstacles facing third-party candidates are discussed, specifically the FEC rule requiring 15% polling for debate inclusion. While Gary Johnson's Libertarian run is noted, Representative Tulsi Gabbard is praised for her anti-interventionist stance, with one host pledging to vote for her regardless of her party affiliation. Keywords: [gary johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-johnson.md), [libertarian party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libertarian-party.md), [tulsi gabbard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tulsi-gabbard.md), [ross perot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ross-perot.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md) ### Campaign Cash and the Political Kingmaker Scam - **Episode:** [725: Cricket Flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-30 - **Time:** 1:45:25–1:48:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/campaign-cash-and-the-political-kingmaker-scam.md With George Pataki and Rick Santorum joining the crowded field of presidential candidates, the financial motivations of long-shot campaigns are examined. Under FEC rules, surplus campaign funds can be transferred to future committees or used to support other candidates, allowing unsuccessful politicians to maintain influence as "kingmakers" and continue traveling on private jets. Keywords: george pataki, [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), kingmaker, [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [private jets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/private-jets.md) ### Citizens United and the Fahrenheit 451 Comparison - **Episode:** [623: Fact Pattern](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/623-fact-pattern.md) - **Published:** 2014-06-08 - **Time:** 18:58–22:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/623-fact-pattern/chapter/citizens-united-and-the-fahrenheit-451-comparison.md Senator Ted Cruz compares the proposed amendment to Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451, suggesting it would give Congress the power to ban books and movies. The discussion clarifies that the Citizens United case originated from a documentary critical of Hillary Clinton and involved a non-profit rather than a for-profit corporation. Testimony is presented suggesting that the predicted "flood" of corporate wealth into campaigns has not materialized as expected. Keywords: [citizens united](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citizens-united.md), [ray bradbury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ray-bradbury.md), [fahrenheit 451](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fahrenheit-451.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), corporate wealth ### Bitcoin Political Donations and the Assassination Market - **Episode:** [568: Heteroflexible Previvor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/568-heteroflexible-previvor.md) - **Published:** 2013-11-24 - **Time:** 1:37:28–1:42:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/568-heteroflexible-previvor/chapter/bitcoin-political-donations-and-the-assassination-market.md The discussion turns to the potential for Bitcoin to be used for legal political donations and its darker applications, such as the "Assassination Market" website. The site reportedly uses crowdfunding to place bounties on public figures like Ben Bernanke and Barack Obama. Keywords: [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [political donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-donations.md), assassination market, [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [dark web](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dark-web.md) ### Peter Thiel Donation to Ron Paul Super PAC - **Episode:** [385: CIA vs DIA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/385-cia-vs-dia.md) - **Published:** 2012-02-23 - **Time:** 23:51–26:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/385-cia-vs-dia/chapter/peter-thiel-donation-to-ron-paul-super-pac.md Silicon Valley billionaire and PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel donated $1.7 million to a Super PAC supporting Ron Paul in January 2012. 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