As Congress ramps up its investigation into online political fundraising, GOP leaders are raising alarms about potential foreign interference in U.S. elections. House Speaker Mike Johnson warned Thursday of a “massive scandal,” alleging that foreign adversaries like China, Iran, and Russia may be funneling illicit donations to Democrats. He claims these funds could ultimately support Democratic candidates, including Vice President Kamala Harris.
Johnson shared these concerns in an interview with Just the News, vowing that Republican lawmakers would take action if these allegations prove to be true. According to Johnson, the GOP’s probe suggests foreign governments might be laundering funds through ActBlue, a popular online fundraising platform for Democratic campaigns. “This is a massive scandal,” Johnson declared, adding that such foreign involvement would have serious national security implications if confirmed.
The controversy centers on a confidential memo from House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, who disclosed that the Treasury Department holds hundreds of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) related to alleged money laundering activities involving ActBlue.
These reports, which flag unusual financial transactions, raise concerns about possible illegal donations being funneled to the Democratic Party. Although there’s no evidence that the Harris campaign or other Democratic candidates are aware of any wrongdoing, Republicans are pressing for answers about ActBlue’s funding sources and security protocols.
Comer and other prominent Republicans, including House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil, Senator Ron Johnson, and 19 state attorneys general, have intensified their scrutiny of ActBlue. They argue that the platform’s reliance on small-dollar donations makes it susceptible to exploitation by foreign actors posing as U.S. citizens. On Wednesday, Steil issued a subpoena to ActBlue, seeking records to determine whether China, Iran, Russia, and Venezuela may be using the platform to disguise illegal contributions. Steil raised concerns that ActBlue may not have implemented adequate measures to prevent identity theft and fraud, potentially opening the door to covert foreign donations.
Johnson stated that further details would emerge soon, predicting that “everyone will have to” cover the story once more information is available. Speaking on the John Solomon Reports podcast, he speculated that foreign entities might be breaking down large sums of money into smaller donations, making it appear as though individual Americans are contributing. “These…
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