political action committees

Cultural  

1. Committees formed by interest groups to funnel donations to political candidates who are likely to support their position on various issues. Because of current campaign laws, PACs are allowed to make much larger donations than can individuals.

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Example Sentences

Other laws against deceptive campaign ads remain on the books in California, including one that requires candidates and political action committees to disclose when ads are using artificial intelligence to create or substantially alter content.

From Los Angeles Times

She’s raised more than $1.5 million as a candidate with the help of contributions from political action committees sponsored by California hospitals, real estate agents, Native American tribes, pharmaceutical companies and other groups.

From Los Angeles Times

No votes are cast; no political action committees are created.

From Los Angeles Times

Between 2019 and June of this year, Thomas donated more than $400,000 to candidates, political action committees and other organizations, according to the Federal Election Commission.

From Los Angeles Times

Liccardo made several recommendations, including passage of a law that would require automatic recounts in close races funded by the government — not candidates, outside donors or political action committees.

From Seattle Times