Sen. Bernie Sanders calls on Democratic leaders to end "corrupt system" of super PAC donations Sen. Bernie Sanders is urging Democratic leaders to end the involvement of super PACs in primary elections, accusing the system of fostering corruption. In a letter shared exclusively with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sanders criticized the role of these fundraising organizations, which he claims enable a "corrupt system." The letter was addressed to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin. Sanders, an independent who frequently caucuses with Democrats, emphasized that super PACs can raise unlimited funds for candidates but are prohibited from coordinating directly with them or their teams. Sanders highlighted that corporate-backed super PACs have already spent over $517 million during the 2026 midterm election cycle. He pointed to the influence of outside donors in key races, such as the Michigan Senate contest where Democratic candidate Haley Stevens received more than $50 million in donations from external groups. Among these contributors was the pro-Israel American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), which provided $30 million to Stevens. Sanders specifically mentioned AIPAC’s financial support and noted reports that the group plans to spend "tens of millions" to back Republican Mike Rogers, El-Sayed’s opponent in the general election. In his letter, Sanders condemned the practice of special interests funneling vast sums into Democratic primaries, arguing that these entities have no genuine interest in Democratic victories.#chuck_schumer #hakeem_jeffries #democratic_national_committee #ken_martin #sen_bernie_sanders
