Supreme Court weighs Republican appeal to end limits on party spending in federal elections

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WASHINGTON, The Supreme Court heard a Republican appeal this week to overturn limits on party spending coordinated with congressional and presidential candidates. Oral arguments occurred Tuesday as justices examined a 2001 ruling and older statutes designed to stop donors from using party committees to bypass individual contribution caps. The Federal Election Commission and Republicans urged the court to reshape limits; Democrats asked the court to retain them. Roman Martinez, appointed by the court, argued the case might be moot during oral arguments. The court's conservative majority has signaled skepticism toward such restrictions. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.