More charges likely in probe of Perdue campaign flights – Source: WRAL

Raleigh, N.C. — A state investigation into Gov. Beverly Perdue’s campaign finances is close to wrapping up, and Wake County District Attorney Colon Willoughby said Thursday that he expects it to result in more criminal charges. (Read more)

FEC rules that John Edwards presidential campaign must repay $2 million in matching funds – Source: The Washington Post

WASHINGTON — The Federal Election Commission says former North Carolina Sen. John Edwards’ 2008 presidential campaign should repay the treasury $2.3 million. (Read more)

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With Reports Of An Imminent Indictment, John Edwards’ Attorney Issues Defiant Statement – Source: TPM

After reports that Sen. John Edwards (D-NC) is on the verge of being indicted for using campaign funds to cover-up an extramarital affair, his attorney Wednesday issued a defiant statement impugning the legal underpinnings of the government’s case. (Read more)

Easley pleads to campaign finance violation–Source:

RALEIGH (WTVD) — Former Governor Mike Easley walked into a North Carolina courtroom Tuesday and entered an Alford plea to a felony campaign finance violation.

An Alford plea means he does not admit guilt, but acknowledges the evidence against him could lead to a guilty verdict.

"As the candidate, I have to take responsibility for what the campaign does. The buck has to stop somewhere. It stops with me," Easley told the court. (Read more)

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Weekly Presidential Address: Campaign finance – USA Today

Characterizing their stalling as "politics at its worst," President Barack Obama says Republicans should quit blocking a bill to limit the amount of money corporations and unions can spend on campaign advertising. (Sept. 18) (See Video)