Senate to vote Monday on campaign financing plan
The Senate debated a campaign financing plan tied to the tax cut bill as Republicans accused Democrats of obstruction and dilatory tactics. The plan would allocate up to 20.4 million in tax funds to each major party’s nominees next year, with designation of some tax return payments to campaign finances. Senate leaders aimed for a Monday vote amid partisan accusations and last minute amendments, while critics warned of a slush fund potential and conflicts of interest.