Shenna

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