Public Campaign Action Fund - Richard Pombo

Pombo's Got Problems

Katie Schlieper — Thu, 02 Nov 2006 16:51:50 +0000

Rep. Richard Pombo (R-CA), fighting a tougher-than-anticipated re-election battle, is getting hammered on his ties to convicted lobbyist Jack Abramoff, as this analysis of our new ad and the activities of another group shows the growing demand for answers about Pombo's relationship with the influence-peddler and his involvement with Abramoff's Marianas Islands activity.

Pombo and Abramoff, How Close?

Katie Schlieper — Wed, 11 Oct 2006 22:12:41 +0000

Rep. Richard Pombo, already under scrutiny for taking $7,500 in campaign contributions from convicted lobbyist Jack Abramoff may face further difficulty with the revelation that Abramoff billed his clients for two seperate contacts with the Congressman - who has said (and continues to say) Abramoff never lobbied him personally.

Food that Fattens Your Wallet? Works for Pombo...

Adam Smith — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 19:32:24 +0000

Rep. Richard Pombo (R-CA) has received $1.4 million in campaign contributions from agribusiness for his Congressional races. He is also the co-sponsor of legislation that would gut state food safety laws. Something smells a little sour to me...

Accounting for Abramoff

Katie Schlieper — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 20:39:08 +0000

Fresh attention is focused on Reps. Richard Pombo and John Doolittle, whose re-election chances are inching towards uncertain territory as their opponents emphasize their relationships with Jack Abramoff and question their dedication to the needs of their constituents in light of their dealings with the disgraced lobbyist.

Triangle Scheme

Katie Schlieper — Mon, 07 Aug 2006 22:56:04 +0000

An interesting (if alarming) companion piece to the Brent Wilkes profile below is this article from the Los Angeles Times about the "Triangle Trade" between six California congressman, business interests, and well-connected lobbyists.

Crude Conflict of Interest

Katie Schlieper — Fri, 28 Jul 2006 16:39:01 +0000

This post is part the first installment of a new series that will explore the favors that lawmakers already under an ethical cloud for various lobbying and money and politics scandals give to their biggest contributors. Today's focus: Rep. Richard Pombo.

Is Rep. Pombo in Trouble?

Katie Schlieper — Wed, 07 Jun 2006 14:35:48 +0000

Richard Pombo may have a problem of DeLay-like proportions going into his reelection fight.

Put it to a Vote

Katie Schlieper — Tue, 06 Jun 2006 14:12:43 +0000

Today could mark the beginning of an electoral referendum on reform - three contests heading to the polls today could signal whether corruption will play a major role in this year's elections.

CREW Wants To Send Pombo Up The River

Rick Bielke — Fri, 05 May 2006 17:14:21 +0000

Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW), a government watchdog group, called on both the I.R.S. and Congress to investigate Rep. Richard Pombo (R-CA) for alleged ethical violations.