Democrats Form PAC to Combat GOP Election Challenges
The Democracy Defenders PAC aims to protect election integrity and support legal battles against Republican efforts to contest results.
- The PAC is led by Jim Messina, Obama's 2012 campaign manager, with support from Norm Eisen and TJ Ducklo.
- It anticipates Republican legal challenges to election outcomes and aims to ensure every vote is counted fairly.
- The PAC will coordinate with state parties and allies, providing resources and legal support to counter election interference.
- An initial $10 million budget has been allocated for legal work and public messaging, with plans to raise more funds.
- The initiative responds to increased threats against election officials and aims to safeguard the democratic process.