Reported by Eric Mack

(Summary version of original report)

House Speaker Mike Johnson voiced concerns about a fundraising gap ahead of Tuesday’s elections, claiming Democrats have raised more campaign cash, partly through ActBlue. Johnson suggested that ActBlue, a fundraising platform for small-dollar Democratic donations, might be involved in alleged unlawful activities, including “money-laundering operations.” He described a potential scheme where large donations, possibly from foreign entities, are divided into smaller amounts to mask their origins. Johnson noted that investigations are underway by both the House Administration Committee and the FBI, though he cautioned that the FBI’s investigation could be influenced by the White House, which oversees the Executive branch.

Despite the cash disparity, Johnson remains optimistic about Republican prospects on Election Day. He emphasized that winning races depends more on candidate quality than on the volume of funds. While acknowledging the challenge of competing against Democratic fundraising efforts, Johnson highlighted the strength of GOP candidates and their credible campaigns. He expressed confidence that Republicans would perform well despite the alleged financial advantage of Democrats, which he claims may be tainted by “nefarious” practices.

Johnson, who became Speaker unexpectedly mid-term, has worked to raise significant funds for the GOP, breaking records for third-quarter fundraising. Since taking office, he has raised nearly $270 million, boosting GOP resources ahead of the elections. Johnson believes Republican fundraising has been efficient and effective, contrasting it with alleged waste and potential fraud by Democrats. He conveyed optimism about the GOP’s ability not only to retain the House majority but also to win the Senate and the White House, attributing this hope to diligent and strategic fundraising efforts.

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