Super PACs gear up for individual U.S. Senate battles

by Fredreka Schouten, Shreveport Times

A growing number of politicians facing tough battles in November’s congressional elections will reap the benefits of unlimited political spending by super PACs dedicated solely to their campaigns.

Many of these amped-up PACs have been established by the candidates’ allies or their former aides.

Federal law prevents an individual from donating more than $2,600 to a congressional candidate for a primary or general election and prohibits candidates from accepting corporate or union money. Federal super PACs can accept unlimited amounts of corporate, union and individual donations but are required to operate independently of candidates … more