Ellen Weintraub
Ellen Weintraub is the Chair of the Federal Election Commission (FEC), serving in that role since 2019. A prominent figure in electoral law, she has been a strong advocate for campaign finance reform and transparency in political spending. Weintraub has faced challenges during the Trump administration, particularly regarding investigations related to Elon Musk's campaign finance activities.
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President Donald Trump’s February firing of long-serving Democratic Commissioner Ellen Weintraub leaves the Federal Election Commission with just three members.
Election watchdog loses its enforcement powers as Trump seeks to exert more control over its decisions
United States· 2025-04-30
Ellen Weintraub opposed Trump's attempt to remove her from the Federal Election Commission.
Así se benefician las empresas del magnate con los cambios en el gobierno de Trump
Guatemala· 2025-02-14
Ellen Weintraub challenged Trump's efforts to remove her from the Federal Election Commission.
Elon Musk’s business empire scores benefits under Trump shake-up
New Zealand· 2025-02-12
