The Lincoln Project
The Lincoln Project is an American political action committee founded in December 2019 by moderate conservatives and former Republican Party members opposed to Donald Trump and Trumpism.
The Lincoln Project is an American political action committee (super PAC) founded in December 2019 by moderate conservatives and former Republican Party members opposed to Donald Trump and Trumpism. It first focused on defeating Trump in the 2020 U.S. presidential election, later opposing his 2024 campaign, and has described itself as a pro-democracy organization.
History
The Lincoln Project formed in December 2019 amid Republican opposition to Donald Trump. It became known for anti-Trump advertising and efforts to persuade Republican and swing voters during the 2020 election cycle.
Political activity
The organization’s early mission was to defeat Trump in 2020, and it publicly endorsed Joe Biden in April 2020. Its later activity shifted toward opposing Trump’s return to office in 2024 and criticizing Trumpism more broadly.
Organization and funding
The Lincoln Project operates as a political action committee, specifically a super PAC. This status allows it to raise and spend unlimited independent contributions, subject to disclosure rules and limits on coordination with campaigns.
Public image and controversies
The group gained wide attention for its aggressive advertising style and for prominent Republican personnel involved in its founding. It has also faced scrutiny over internal disputes and controversy in the years after its launch.
Key facts
- Founded in December 2019 by Republicans and former Republicans opposed to Donald Trump.
- Worked to prevent Trump’s re-election in 2020 and endorsed Joe Biden in April 2020.
- Later opposed Trump’s 2024 campaign and endorsed Kamala Harris.
- Describes itself as a pro-democracy organization.
- Operates as a super PAC with large-scale political advertising and independent expenditures.
The organization has indirect relevance for Canadian readers because U.S. political advertising, presidential elections, and Trump-era politics have international effects on Canada’s trade, diplomacy, and media coverage.
Frequently asked questions
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References
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lincoln_ProjectSupports: Founding date, type, founders, purpose, and election-related activity.
- The Lincoln Project — https://lincolnproject.us/Supports: The group’s self-description as a pro-democracy organization and its stated mission.
- FactCheck.org — https://www.factcheck.org/2022/03/lincoln-project-2/Supports: Background on the organization as a super PAC, its founders, and its anti-Trump political aims.
- CBS News — https://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-lincoln-project-republican-strategists-super-pac-trump-60-minutes-2020-10-11/Supports: Formation by Republican strategists, its early mission, and fundraising/public profile.