The committee paid $4,000 to House Republicans Campaign Committee for direct contribution-dues.
The largest expense was $4,000 paid to House Republicans Campaign Committee based in Hancock for direct contribution-dues.
The second largest political spend from a committee operating in a city within Houghton County during the month came from Friends of Janet Metsa. It spent $128 during that 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.
During the 2020 elections, candidates spent roughly $41 million. This is in sharp contrast to the previous federal election cycle, when Michigan candidates spent nearly $150 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 | $4,000 | 1 |
| Friends of Janet Metsa | $128 | 1 |
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