Dark Money

Dark money refers to funds used by nonprofit organizations to influence political processes or election outcomes without the disclosure required of political action committees. Unlike these committees, which must report donor information to the Federal Election Commission, dark money entities avoid such transparency, allowing them to raise and spend money without public knowledge. The term 'dark' highlights the lack of disclosure and public awareness regarding the sources and uses of these funds in politics.

Why is the term 'dark money' used in the context of political funding?

In what ways does dark money impact public knowledge about political funding?