The Washington Times

Outside cash finds a way in to the conventions

Groups look past limits to underwrite parties

In June, Sen. Tom Coburn, Oklahoma Republican and a fiscal watchdog, proposed ending federal funding for conventions entirely, starting in 2016. Although the Senate quickly passed the measure, the proposal is still pending on Capitol Hill.

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