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Supreme Court strikes down limits on party spending in federal elections, backing Republican appeal
By AP at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
The Supreme Court on Tuesday erased limits on how much political parties can spend in coordination with candidates for Congress and president, striking down a federal election law that is more than 50 years old.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
In San Francisco , where campaign finance reform has long been a topic of discussion, the Supreme Court's decision to strike down limits on party spending in federal elections is likely to have significant implications. The city's voters have consistently shown support for stricter campaign finance laws, and this ruling may lead to increased scrutiny of local election practices. San Francisco's own campaign finance ordinances, which aim to limit the influence of money in local politics, may now be re-examined in light of the Supreme Court's decision. As the city's politicians and activists respond to this ruling, San Francisco residents can expect a renewed debate about the role of money in politics and the potential consequences for local elections. The city's congressional representatives, who have historically been supportive of campaign finance reform, will likely play a key role in shaping the local response to this decision.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
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