Sen. Bernie Sanders calls on Democratic leaders to end "corrupt system" of super PAC donations

Sen. Bernie Sanders is calling on leaders of the Democratic party to end super PAC participation in primaries, saying in a letter shared exclusively with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the fundraising organizations lead to a "corrupt system." Super PACs can raise unlimited money for a candidate, but are barred from coordinating directly with them or their team. Corporate-backed super PACs have already spent over $517 million during the 2026 midterm election cycle, Sanders noted in his letter. The message was addressed to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin. Sanders is an independent who frequently caucuses with Democrats. Funding from super PACs and other outside donors has become a key issue in some races. Haley Stevens, a Democratic candidate for the Michigan Senate who was defeated by opponent Dr.