politics
Sen. Bernie Sanders calls on Democratic leaders to end "corrupt system" of super PAC donations
Updated on: August 9, 2026 / 12:50 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Sen. Bernie Sanders is calling for Democratic leaders to ban super PACs from participating in party primaries.
- Sanders argues that super PACs create a corrupt campaign finance system by allowing unlimited donations and potential influence of special interests.
- He pointed to significant spending by super PACs in the 2026 midterm elections and the involvement of groups like AIPAC in supporting candidates across party lines.
- Sanders believes Democrats can take immediate action to remove super PACs from their primaries, distinguishing this from the need for broader reforms like repealing Citizens United.
- The letter was addressed to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and DNC Chair Ken Martin.