GOP Consultant Sues Over Fraudulent Donations to Democrats
- Mark Block, a Republican consultant, discovered unauthorized donations to Democrats after receiving receipts at an old email account.
- The lawsuit alleges that these donations exploit loopholes in Federal Election Commission reporting requirements, potentially implicating Block in illegal contributions.
- The case has led to a broader investigation involving multiple state attorneys general, highlighting concerns over fundraising practices.
In Wisconsin, GOP consultant Mark Block filed a lawsuit alleging identity theft related to unauthorized donations made to Democratic candidates through the ActBlue platform. Block discovered these fraudulent donations after receiving receipts at an old email account used during the 2012 Herman Cain presidential campaign. The lawsuit claims that these donations, averaging $3.24 each, exploit a loophole in Federal Election Commission reporting requirements, potentially exposing Block to FEC investigations. The case has drawn attention from multiple state attorneys general, expanding the investigation into a broader fundraising controversy. Block's legal team argues that the misuse of his identity constitutes racketeering activity under Wisconsin law, implicating ActBlue and its associated campaigns in the alleged scheme. The lawsuit seeks a temporary injunction to prevent further unauthorized donations using Block's identity.