Court Ends Coordinated Party Spending Caps, Boosting GOP Prospects

The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 ruling, struck down federal limits on how much political parties can spend in coordination with nominees, overturning a 2001 precedent and expanding spending freedom under the First Amendment. The decision lets parties coordinate more with candidates and access discounted broadcast ad time within 60 days of elections, a shift that could bolster Republicans ahead of the midterms. Dissenting justices warned it undermines democratic integrity, while supporters argue it enhances participation amid rising outside spending since Citizens United.