Democrat Rep. Eric Swalwell campaign fund use ruled by the Federal Election Commission
- Capitol Times
- Jul 27, 2022
- 1 min read
FEC has denied a request by Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Ca.) to pay for childcare expenses when he travels to support other Democratic campaigns and at foreign governments' request.
FEC spokesperson said the board approved a tally vote on Monday, upholding a previous ruling that campaign funds can only be used for overnight childcare when a candidate's spouse is not available to do so.
Rep. Swalwell's counsel Rebecca J. Olson made the request on May 26, saying he frequently travels to help other Democrats get elected and at foreign governments' invitations.
“The Commission did not approve a response by the required four affirmative votes as to whether Congressman Swalwell may use campaign funds to pay childcare expenses incurred when he travels for other campaigns or at the request of foreign governments or other entities,” the FEC said
27 July 2022
