Security was heightened at the U.S. Capitol ahead of Joe Biden’s inauguration.
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Corporate Political Donations: A Sea Change or a Slow Return to Normal?
After a violent mob took over the U.S. Capitol in early January, dozens of companies pledged to halt or rethink political donations. But the change may not stick around for future election cycles, observers say.
It’s always been risky for corporations to funnel money into politics. The insurrection at the U.S. Capitol earlier this month showed just how risky it can be for companies to align themselves with certain political causes and candidates.