Money and Politics - Casinos

davidcogd
Sep 10, 2024
2 min read

The last two Reports focused on Mark Zuckerberg and money impact on the 2020 election, potentially in favor of Democrats.

Cogport reviewed Zuckerberg’s contribution of $ 450 Million to support local election offices.

The Republicans also had a major benefactor in Miriam Adelson, the widow of billionaire casino mogul Sheldon Adelson. Over $ 200 Million was donated in the 2020 election cycle for Republican causes.

Here is a breakdown of the major donations. These figures are based on reports from the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and various sources tracking political contributions.

1. Preserve America PAC (Pro-Trump Super PAC)

Donation: $75 million
Purpose: This Super PAC supported Donald Trump's reelection effort.

2. Senate Leadership Fund (Super PAC supporting Republican Senate candidates)

Donation: $62.5 million
Purpose: This PAC focused on maintaining and winning Republican control of the U.S. Senate.

3. Congressional Leadership Fund (Super PAC supporting Republican House candidates)

Donation: $50 million
Purpose: This PAC aimed to help Republicans regain or maintain control of the House of Representatives.

4. Republican National Committee (RNC)

Donation: $50 million
Purpose: General support for the Republican Party and its candidates.

5. Trump Victory (Joint Fundraising Committee for Trump’s reelection and the Republican Party)

Donation: $90 million (over multiple contributions)
Purpose: This committee raised funds for Donald Trump’s reelection and Republican state parties.

Total Contributions by the Adelsons in the 2020 Cycle: