In Brief: Election Law & Government Ethics Unpacked: Wiley

Revolving Door Rules: What You Need to Know Before Hiring from (or Heading to) Government

April 22, 2025

Hiring from or heading to the federal government? Don’t get tripped up by post-employment or conflict of interest rules. Wiley's Robert L. Walker breaks down the “revolving door” restrictions every organization should know – especially if you’re building out your government affairs team or have an employee entering public service.

Choosing Your LDA Reporting Path for 2025

April 1, 2025

As DC's cherry blossoms bloom, it's time to decide how your organization will file its Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) reports for 2025. Will you choose the tax definitions or the LDA definitions? Each option has its unique advantages and downsides.

In this 90-second video, Wiley's Mark Renaud highlights the significant impact these choices could have on your compliance strategy.

A New Era at the Federal Election Commission?

March 18, 2025

The Trump Administration is set to bring unprecedented changes to the Federal Election Commission (FEC). With the potential to nominate five new commissioners and an executive order asserting direct authority over the FEC's work, the agency is poised to reflect a presidential administration’s priorities like never before. In this 90-second video, Wiley's Caleb Burns highlights the significant impact these developments could have on federal campaign finance law.

DOGE Part 2: What will it do?

December 17, 2024

In this follow-up to our video outlining the structure of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Wiley's Caleb Burns delves into how the DOGE aims to achieve its core objectives. In 90 seconds, learn about the DOGE’s goals to streamline regulations, minimize wasteful spending, and the legal hurdles that might get in the way.

DOGE: What Exactly is it and How will it Work?

December 10, 2024

The incoming Trump Administration's aim to promote government efficiency has been dubbed DOGE, the Department of Government Efficiency. In 90 seconds, Wiley's Caleb Burns explains how this proposed entity's organization and regulation remain uncertain and face possible legal challenges similar to those of the first Trump Administration.

Artificial Intelligence Use in Political Campaigns

July 24, 2025

As super PACs, candidates, and nonprofits increasingly turn to AI for more effective campaigning, understanding how to use this technology is crucial. In this 90-second video, Wiley's Andrew Woodson outlines three essential guidelines to ensure your AI strategies are both impactful and compliant with evolving laws.

Mitigating Political-Law Risk

July 12, 2024

Staying informed, proactive, and compliant in your advocacy can help to avoid political law pitfalls this election year and in the future. In this 90-second video, Wiley’s Mark Renaud provides guidance to navigate federal, state, and local regulations – from understanding electioneering communication rules to pre-clearing contributions and gifts.

National Convention Guidance

June 17, 2024

With the Republican and Democratic National Conventions only a few weeks away, Wiley's Rob Walker highlights important campaign finance and government ethics laws and rules, to ensure you and your organization's participation is both impactful and compliant.