Here is Monday’s look at transparency-related news items, today’s congressional committee hearings, transparency-related bills introduced in Congress, and transparency-related events being held this week.
News Roundup:
- Eliza Newlin-Carney looked at how Citizens United and the Target controversy highlight the political implications of corporate campaign contributions. (National Journal)($)
- Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) admitted to awarding scholarship money to her relatives and the children of a top aide. (The Hill) (Roll Call)($)
- National Journal looked at the impact a primary loss by Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) will have on energy legislation, the Senate Appropriations Committee, and earmarks. (National Journal)($)
- Open Secrets lists how much money lawmakers are getting from both sides of the energy debate. (Open Secrets)
- Open Secrets also profiled lobbyist Anna Aurilio to provide a look at how the congressional influence industry works. (Open Secrets)
- A CREW report found that aides to George W. Bush ignored warning s to preserve White House emails. (The Washington Post)
Relevant committee hearings scheduled for 8/30-9/3:
- None
Relevant bills introduced:
- None
Transparency events scheduled for 8/30-9/3:
- None
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