Citizens United

Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission is a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case from 2010 that ruled that corporations and unions can spend unlimited money on political campaigns. The Court argued that such spending is a form of free speech protected by the First Amendment. This decision allowed for the creation of Super PACs, which can accept and spend unlimited donations to influence elections, leading to significant changes in campaign finance and the role of money in politics. Critics argue it gives wealthy interests too much influence over the political process, while supporters believe it enhances political expression.