Assemblymember Matt Haney's campaign spending has raised eyebrows among donors and the public. Reports indicate that Haney has spent over $80,000 on sports tickets, Broadway shows, and membership to the exclusive social club, The Battery. Many small donors were unaware of these expenditures, which Haney claims were for fundraising purposes. However, none of the donors contacted by The Standard reported being invited to these events. The legality of these expenses is under scrutiny, with comparisons being drawn to a previous case where a $600 fine was issued for accepting $872 worth of 49er tickets by the Enforcement Division of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Haney's plans to attend the Super Bowl in Las Vegas have further fueled concerns about his use of campaign funds.
Assemblymember Matt Haney’s campaign has spent huge money on sporting events, Broadway shows and an exclusive social club membership. https://t.co/DgTmwa1e8x
Uh oh! @AsmMattHaney has big plans on going to Las Vegas to see the Super Bowl! 😬 Looks like he has big plans with his slush fund otherwise known as his campaign fund. SMH. #Haney4Prison https://t.co/uhI1rsakZ0
So, Haney’s been splurging on himself using money from his donors. Is it illegal? Yes. Will much come of it? Doubtful. After Haney’s buddy Walton accepted $872 worth of 49er tickets, the Enforcement Division of the Fair Political Practices Commission assessed a $600 fine. https://t.co/AGeOLJSwD3
NEW: Small donors to Matt Haney’s state Assembly campaign were surprised to learn he spent $80K+ on sports tickets & Broadway shows (“fundraisers”) while jet-setting & joining social club The Battery. “It’s unfortunate I need to hear this from a reporter” https://t.co/ohqDozp5wQ
Matt Haney's jet-setting lifestyle since joining the state Assembly has taken some donors by surprise. None contacted by The Standard said they were invited to the fundraisers he says he held at 49ers games and other big-ticket events. https://t.co/hwh0JH7qdu