California attorney general ‘looking into’ gubernatorial candidates paying influencers for endorsements
California Attorney General Rob Bonta is investigating whether gubernatorial candidates are paying influencers for endorsements. This follows complaints regarding the lack of disclosure from influencers about their paid promotions. The California Fair Political Practices Commission is also involved in ensuring compliance with campaign finance laws.
- ▪Attorney General Rob Bonta is looking into complaints about gubernatorial candidates paying influencers for endorsements.
- ▪California law requires online creators to disclose when they are compensated for political endorsements.
- ▪Billionaire candidate Tom Steyer faces allegations that influencers failed to disclose paid promotions.
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California Attorney General Rob Bonta said his office is “looking into” whether candidates running for governor are paying internet personalities to endorse them, following multiple complaints. In an interview with KCRA 3 released Monday, Bonta was asked about online influencers’ lack of disclosure about why they are choosing to endorse certain gubernatorial candidates and whether they were paid to do so. Recommended Stories Trump endorses Ty Masterson for Kansas governor Spencer Pratt’s viral mayoral run gains traction in Los Angeles despite inconsistencies in messaging Mike Duggan ends independent run for Michigan governor Bonta said his office has received “some complaints” on the matter, adding that he plans to review them to determine if action should be taken.
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