The Heat: Money in US politics | Influence on the vote

What happens when billionaires, corporations and special interests spend billions on elections? We examine the growing role of money in American politics. Host: Anand Naidoo Guests: Ciara Torres-Spelliscy is Stetson University law professor. Aaron Mate is host of “Pushback on Aaron Mate” on the Grayzone. Brandon Brice is secretary of the Delaware Republican Party. 0:00 Money in US politics 1:30 How US campaigns are funded 3:38 Why campaign spending keeps rising 5:42 Super PACs and big donors 8:18 Dark money and transparency 10:47 Political ads and voter influence 13:24 Money and candidates' priorities 18:42 Public trust in the system 21:08 Campaign finance reform 26:05 Final thoughts 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated with our latest analysis and interviews:👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgrNz-aDmcr2uuto8_DL2jg 👈 Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://www.cgtn.com/video Most watched videos: Impossible Challenge: 30 seconds to count banknotes BLINDFOLDED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmP_Ybj-jws Impossible Challenge: Gymnastics Boy Arat Hosseini from Iran! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sxX--U4c8w Impossible Challenge: How to calm babies in 5 seconds? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kR3q9sXM7WA