US EditionFEC to lose quorum after another commissioner resigns
- The Federal Election Commission lost its quorum on April 30, 2025, after Republican Commissioner Allen Dickerson resigned, halting most agency business.
- This outcome followed previous resignations and firings, including Republican Sean Cooksey in January and Democrat Ellen Weintraub in February, leaving three commissioners without replacements.
- The FEC requires four commissioners for decisions like enforcing election laws, issuing guidance, and voting on investigations, but President Trump has not nominated successors despite the lengthy confirmation process.
- Michael Beckel said the FEC is now "a watchdog without a bark or bite," highlighting the agency's inability to act without a quorum, while Democratic Commissioner Dara Lindenbaum expects quorum restoration "soon-ish."
- The FEC's paralysis raises concerns over enforcement of campaign finance laws, possibly increasing corruption risks amid ongoing political polarization and delayed nominations.
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Most FEC work on pause without a quorum
The Federal Election Commission has largely ground to a halt after losing its quorum following the departure of Republican Commissioner Allen Dickerson. The six-member commission is now down to just three as Dickerson’s term expired after a Wednesday meeting, and…
“As of Today, the FEC Can’t Enforce Campaign Finance Laws — and That’s Only One of Its Problems”
Dan Weiner for the Brennan Center: Starting today, the bipartisan Federal Election Commission won’t be able to do its job. That’s because the independent agency, which oversees money in campaigns for federal office, will no longer have the minimum four… Continue reading The post “As of Today, the FEC Can’t Enforce Campaign Finance Laws — and That’s Only One of Its Problems” appeared first on Election Law Blog.
Trump Shuts Down Campaign Finance Watchdog
The Federal Election Commissions (FEC) became inoperable on Wednesday, and President Donald Trump seemingly has no plans to revive it.Republican Commissioner Allen Dickerson stepped down from the FEC on April 30. His departure leaves the commission without the quorum needed to convene and conduct basic business, including the enforcement of campaign finance laws.Trump controversially fired Democratic commissioner Ellen Weintraub in February. Bot…
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