Campaign

Power Play in Maine: Secretary of State Shenna Bellows Engages Controversial Lawyer Marc Elias as Gubernatorial Campaign Heats Up

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Washington, D.C. — Prominent election attorney Marc Elias recently triggered a wave of speculation in political circles when he shared a story highlighting Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows’ dismissive response to the U.S. Department of Justice. The Justice Department had sought access to Maine’s voter registration data, and Bellows reportedly told officials to “go jump in the Gulf of Maine.” However, what drew less attention was that Bellows’ gubernatorial campaign has enlisted Elias’s services, paying his law firm at least $8,000, according to recent campaign finance disclosures. Interest in Bellows’ decision to hire Elias … Read more

Staten Island Judge Remy Smith Launches Campaign for Civil Court Position, Rallying Support for Community Values

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Staten Island, N.Y. — A prominent legal figure from Staten Island has launched a campaign for an open judicial position, marking a significant moment in the upcoming electoral race. Housing Court Judge Remy Smith officially began her bid for the Richmond County Civil Court on Sunday from the steps of the Staten Island Civil Courthouse in West Brighton, flanked by key supporters from the borough’s Republican leadership. In an inspiring address to a supportive crowd of friends, family, and colleagues, Smith articulated her motivations for running, stating her commitment to upholding fundamental community values. “These … Read more

"Alabama’s Campaign Finance System Under Fire as $1 Million Donation Fuels Attorney General Race"

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — In a significant move, the nonprofit First Principles Action Inc. made history on June 30 by contributing $1 million to Katherine Robertson’s campaign for Alabama attorney general, marking the largest political donation ever recorded in a statewide race in Alabama. First Principles Action was established following the creation of its parent organization, First Principles, in December 2024. The organization operates out of a Nashville office building that also houses various law firms and businesses, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Tennessee. While its leader, Peter Bisbee, has previously served as the executive director … Read more

Controversial Attorney Race in Florida Sparks Debate Over Campaign Conduct Standards Ahead of 2026 Elections

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Fort Myers, Florida — The fallout from a highly contentious 2018 State Attorney race could influence how lawyers campaign for office in Florida’s upcoming 2026 elections. In the aftermath of a bitter Republican primary, former candidate Chris Crowley has faced consequences from the Florida Bar concerning his conduct during the campaign. Crowley, who lost the primary to Amira Fox, was accused of making “humiliating and disparaging” remarks about his opponent’s qualifications and heritage, pushing the Bar to take action. During the campaign, Crowley aggressively criticized Fox, who was the Chief Assistant State Attorney at the … Read more