The committee paid $4,200 to two vendors.
The largest expense was $4,000 paid to Lansing-based House Republicans Campaign Committee for direct contribution-dues.
The second largest political spend from a committee operating in a city within Houghton County during the quarter came from Friends of Janet Metsa. It spent $128 during the time period on one vendor.
What’s known as “dark money,” which comes from political non-profits and shell corporations, has greatly increased expenditures and donations in recent elections to record-breaking highs.
Total political expenditures in the 2022 elections amounted to more than $444 million.
Political campaign financial data is often updated, leading to a sometimes incomplete picture of a committee or candidate's finances.
| Committee | Expenditures | Paid Vendors |
|---|---|---|
| Committee to Elect Gregory J. Markkanen | $4,200 | 2 |
| Friends of Janet Metsa | $128 | 1 |
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