Engling campaign says it returned $60K donation from dark money group

Republican secretary of state candidate Max Engling's campaign claims it returned a $60,000 donation from a dark money group linked to U.S. Sen. Jim Banks, amid allegations it violated Indiana's election laws. The controversy underscores ongoing concerns about the transparency and influence of undisclosed political contributions, raising questions about campaign finance regulation. This incident highlights the broader issue of how dark money can skew electoral fairness and the need for stricter oversight to ensure elections remain free from undue external influence.