Overview
- A trio of House Democrats led by Reps. Jason Crow, Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez and Mike Levin announced the relaunch of the End Corruption Caucus, with six Democratic members signing on to the effort.
- The caucus set five clear priorities: limit dark money and corporate PAC influence, enforce government accountability, close the revolving door to lobbying, bar foreign election interference, and stop government weaponization.
- As part of the launch the lawmakers filed a congressional resolution denouncing corruption and opposing policies that benefit special interests over ordinary Americans.
- Leaders tie the effort to recent reporting on President Donald Trump’s financial dealings, including large stock trades and a reported $1.8 billion settlement fund, while the White House says no wrongdoing occurred.
- The group revives a dormant 2020 caucus and so far includes only Democrats, which limits short‑term legislative power but could shape oversight priorities and Democratic campaign messaging if the party wins House control.