Maia Cook

Maia Cook is the executive director of Equal Citizens, a nonprofit founded by Lawrence Lessig dedicated to fighting big money in politics.

Pop-Up Super PACs with Undisclosed Donors Spent Millions Days Before Midterms. Yes, It's Legal.

Last-minute super PACs are spending millions to influence elections while keeping their donors hidden until after voters cast their ballots. A legal battle in Maine could offer a path to ending this dark money loophole nationwide.

By Maia Cook

November 5, 2026

Pop-Up Super PACs with Undisclosed Donors Spent Millions Days Before Midterms. Yes, It's Legal.

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