Rep. Maxine Waters Fined $68,000 for Campaign Finance Violations

Rep. Maxine Waters' campaign faces a $68,000 fine for multiple violations of campaign finance laws, including excessive contributions and prohibited cash disbursements.

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Rep. Maxine Waters' campaign fined $68,000 by the FEC for finance violations.

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The committee corrected financial misstatements and refunded excess contributions.

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FEC audit revealed inaccurate reporting of finances and prohibited cash disbursements.

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Waters' campaign accepted $19,000 in excessive contributions during the 2020 election.

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As part of the settlement, the campaign's treasurer will undergo training for political committees.

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