House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) has launched an investigation into ActBlue, the Democratic fundraising platform, after the Treasury Department flagged over 400 suspicious activity reports (SARs). These alerts indicate potential financial misconduct tied to the platform.
Comer raised concerns about foreign funds potentially being funneled through ActBlue using straw donors and foreign gift cards. He highlighted that the platform only began banning such gift cards in late 2024, suggesting years of vulnerable transactions before implementing safeguards.
House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil (R-WI) is collaborating on the investigation, which now spans 19 states. Steil pointed out that ActBlue’s recent changes to fraud prevention measures reveal awareness of potential problems, raising questions about earlier practices.
ActBlue has denied any wrongdoing, calling the allegations unfounded and maintaining its compliance with campaign finance laws. The platform insists it follows rigorous fraud prevention protocols, dismissing claims of financial impropriety as “disinformation.”
Comer’s investigation also extends to federal officials accused of interfering with probes into Biden family finances. He vowed to hold accountable those who obstructed justice, signaling a broader push for transparency in government.
This investigation could reveal significant vulnerabilities in campaign finance oversight. Comer and Steil aim to determine whether ActBlue knowingly allowed illegal contributions, with Republicans pledging to take action against any wrongdoing.
