Trial lawyer PACs primarily fund left-wing causes.
EXCLUSIVE: Trial Lawyers’ Political Action Committees Funnel Millions to Far-Left Causes
Political action committees representing trial lawyers are using their financial power to support far-left causes and groups, according to a consumer protection report. These firms, renowned for handling class-action lawsuits on issues like opioids and asbestos, have a strong leftward orientation, as evidenced by the money donated by the political wings of their trade associations.
Redirecting Taxpayer Dollars
One such group, AAJ PAC, affiliated with the American Association for Justice trade association, exclusively accepts funds from individual members, law firms, and state trial organizations. Many of these organizations receive public contracts from state governments, creating a cycle where taxpayer dollars are redirected to political causes.
Overwhelming Support for Democrats
The Alliance For Consumers’ report, obtained exclusively by the Washington Examiner, reveals that these PACs have donated a staggering $24 million to Democratic candidates, aligned committees, and causes from 2017 to 2023, accounting for 99% of their political spending. In 2022 alone, they spent $6.5 million on such support.
However, the most significant revelation is not just the support for Democratic candidates. According to Executive Director O.H. Skinner, the money flows indicate a deeper level of political commitment. These organizations lean further left than the average Democratic politician, going beyond the partisanship of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.
The “Centerpiece” of Funding
The report highlights AAJ PAC as the “centerpiece” of this funding “web,” having spent over $18 million on liberal causes. The remaining $6 million was distributed by Truth & Justice Fund Company, which also receives funding from AAJ, and Justice PAC.
Supporting Hardcore Progressive Activism
Two of the top five recipients in 2022 were America Votes and EMILY’s List, both known for advocating left-wing causes. This level of support reveals a deep commitment from trial lawyers, placing them firmly in the hardcore, progressive activist camp. The other three recipients were Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Cheri Beasley, Senate Majority PAC, and House Majority PAC.
Partnerships with Left-Wing Groups
America Votes, which describes itself as the “coordination hub of the progressive community,” received significant funding from trial lawyer PACs. They partner with left-wing groups such as the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, Everytown for Gun Safety, EMILY’s List, NARAL Pro-Choice America, the Planned Parenthood Action Fund, and the Human Rights Campaign.
EMILY’s List, dedicated to electing pro-abortion women, also received substantial funding from trial lawyer PACs.
Influence on the Democratic Party
Left-wing activist David Brock’s American Bridge 21st Century, known as the largest research and rapid response operation in the Democratic Party, received funding from trial lawyer PACs. Former Attorney General Eric Holder’s National Democratic Redistricting Committee, responsible for executing comprehensive redistricting strategy, also received financial support.
Calling for Accountability
The report, along with an accompanying letter obtained by the Washington Examiner, will be sent to every Republican attorney general in the country. The letter urges them to review the contracts trial lawyers have with their offices and how these firms were selected. It highlights the use of public money to fuel progressive campaigns and the potential impact on litigation tactics.
Weaponizing the Judicial System
According to the report, trial lawyers employ “public nuisance litigation” to advance their policy priorities and target conservatives. Claims related to climate change, firearms, tobacco, and opioids are commonly made, with some creating legal precedents. The Alliance For Consumers warns that similar claims regarding abortion and transgender procedures for children may arise in the future.
AAJ PAC did not respond to a request for comment from the Washington Examiner.
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