Dark money
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, Dark money has been mentioned in one podcast episode on The Daily Show (Nov 2026). Key concept used to explain how wealthy donors influence elections without public disclosure; discussed as pervasive and increasingly used by both parties.
In politics, particularly the politics of the United States, dark money refers to spending to influence elections, public policy, and political discourse, where the source of the money is not disclosed to the public.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Nov 2026 on The Daily Show |
| Field | Politics / Campaign Finance |
Who talks about Dark money on podcasts?
Dark money came up; the most recent mention was Nov 2026 on The Daily Show.
What is Dark money mentioned alongside?
Dark money is most often mentioned alongside Teddy Schleifer, Elon Musk and Texas.
Criticized by: Teddy Schleifer
Mentioned together: Elon Musk, Texas, Jordan Klepper, The New York Times Magazine, Super PACs, Teddy Schleifer, Philanthropy