The House Ethics Committee concluded 2024 by releasing a memorandum updating its guidance for Members’ personal use of political campaign funds (“updated guidance”). While the Federal Election Campaign Act (“FECA”) and Federal Election Commission (“FEC”) regulations prohibit the personal use of campaign funds, House Rule 26.6(b) imposes additional restrictions on
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A Primer for Navigating the Presidential Appointee Vetting and Confirmation Process
By Robert Kelner, Dana Remus, Brian D. Smith, Zachary G. Parks, Derek Lawlor, Susan Leahy, Andrew Garrahan, Matthew Shapanka & Alex Langton on
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Following the decisive election on November 5, the process of selecting and vetting individuals to fill the second Trump administration’s key appointed positions is quickly shifting into high gear. For those tapped for consideration, the decision to enter the process may be one of the most significant decisions of their…
Continue Reading A Primer for Navigating the Presidential Appointee Vetting and Confirmation ProcessEthics Rules and Transition Teams: Maryland Weighs In
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A recent advisory letter by the Maryland State Ethics Commission should remind those asked to serve on transition teams to be aware of the various state laws that might be triggered by their service. In the advisory letter, written to a government contractor, the State Ethics Commission concluded that members…
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