ABC-7 Investigation spurs El Paso proposal to shift campaign event costs to candidates after Trump rally

El Paso City Council Representative Lily Limón is set to propose a policy that would require political candidates to cover the costs of public safety and venue expenses during their campaign visits, following an ABC-7 investigation highlighting how taxpayers previously shouldered these burdens. This move comes after scrutiny over the city's financial outlays during a Trump rally, suggesting a shift in local governance to prioritize taxpayer interests. The proposal underscores a broader trend in municipal governance where cities seek to alleviate financial strain on public resources by shifting campaign costs back to the political entities benefiting from them.