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What is 'dark money'?
'Dark money' refers to political spending where the source of the funds is not publicly disclosed. While the story focuses on declared billionaire donations, dark money operates in the shadows, making it hard to track who is trying to influence elections or policy. It often comes through third-party organisations rather than directly to parties.
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