DNC Sues Trump Administration

The Democratic National Committee sued the Trump administration in federal court, alleging taxpayer-funded television ads violate federal limits on government publicity. The DNC asked a judge to declare the ads unlawful and stop officials from using public money to keep airing them. The ads began in September, feature President Trump and promote his political message as voters cast early ballots before the midterm elections. The DNC says they were designed to help Trump and Republican candidates while saving campaign money. The White House calls them public service announcements like those used by past administrations. The campaign has cost more than $12 million to air. A fifth ad is now airing with a “paid for by the U.S. Government” notice.