It’s finally happening: ActBlue, the Democrats’ money machine, the platform responsible for funneling over $16 billion into progressive campaigns since 2004, is imploding before our very eyes. And while the entire operation is under fire for shady donation practices, potential foreign interference, and a full-blown whistleblower scandal, guess who’s still clinging to it like a life raft? Cobb County Democrats.
You have to ask yourself—why?
With so much controversy swirling around ActBlue, why would any self-respecting elected official or candidate continue using a platform that’s now facing a mass exodus of its senior leadership?
A Sudden, Suspicious Exodus
Let’s start with the facts. In just three weeks, at least seven high-ranking ActBlue officials have bailed. These aren’t interns or mid-level staffers—they’re the top legal officer, the chief revenue officer, and veterans who’ve been inside this machine for over a decade. When that many top brass suddenly flee an organization, it’s not just “turnover.” It’s a panic-induced sprint for the exits.
The exodus began in February, when two longtime directors—each with over 10 years at ActBlue—abruptly quit. One of them, Alyssa Twomey, tried to frame it as needing “rest” after 14 years.
Sure. Right as the company is under investigation? Convenient.
And speaking of investigations, ActBlue is now in the crosshairs of congressional Republicans and 19 state attorneys general for possible fraudulent donations and foreign interference. The platform has already been caught processing thousands of suspicious small-dollar contributions, many of which came from elderly Americans who say they never donated a dime.
How does that happen? Either ActBlue is running the most incompetent financial operation in history, or something deeply corrupt is happening behind the scenes.
Then there’s Zain Ahmad, the last remaining lawyer in ActBlue’s general counsel’s office. Last month, he suddenly found himself locked out of his email after posting about whistleblower protections. His messages on ActBlue’s internal Slack? Deleted.
That’s right—ActBlue, a supposedly “transparent” fundraising platform, appears to be silencing potential whistleblowers as quickly as they resign.
But the real kicker? Even ActBlue’s own employees are blowing the whistle.
ActBlue’s Own Workforce Is Sounding the Alarm
Last week, two unions representing ActBlue workers sent a blistering letter to the board of directors, warning of an “alarming pattern” of departures that is “eroding confidence” in the organization’s stability. Translation? The people inside ActBlue know the ship is sinking—and they’re begging for an independent investigation into CEO Regina Wallace-Jones.
When your own progressive employees start turning on their progressive leadership, you’ve got a major problem.
Cobb County Democrats: Why Are They Still Using ActBlue?
So here’s the big question: why are so many Georgia Democrats, including those in Cobb County, still using ActBlue to raise money? With all these investigations, allegations, and resignations, you’d think they’d want to distance themselves. And yet, they continue to rake in cash through this embattled platform.
Let’s take a look at a few of State and Cobb County Democrats still tied to ActBlue:
- Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-GA)
- Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06)
- Cobb Democratic Committee
- Cobb State Court Clerk Tahnicia Phillips
- Cobb County Commissioner Monique Sheffield (D-District 4)
- Cobb County Commissioner Candidates Erick Allen and Jaha Howard (D-District 2)
- State Rep. Lisa Campbell (D-District 35)
All of these Democrats continue to fundraise through ActBlue, despite the serious accusations looming over the platform. Are they unaware? Do they not care? Or are they simply hoping voters won’t notice?
Because make no mistake—voters will notice. And as ActBlue’s legal troubles pile up, these politicians are going to have to answer for their continued association with a platform that looks more corrupt by the day.
The Bottom Line
Let’s be clear: ActBlue isn’t just a fundraising platform. It’s the financial backbone of the Democratic Party. It’s how radical left-wing politicians keep their campaigns alive, how activist groups keep pushing their agendas, and how millions of dollars move with almost no transparency.
But now? It’s cracking apart. Key people are running for the hills, whistleblowers are being silenced, and even ActBlue’s own employees don’t trust their leadership anymore.
So again, we have to ask: Why are Cobb County’s top Democrats still standing by ActBlue? Are they comfortable raising money through a platform that’s under investigation? Are they fine with ignoring the growing list of red flags? Or are they just hoping no one will connect the dots?
One thing’s for sure—this isn’t going away anytime soon. And as ActBlue’s troubles deepen, the Democrats who continue to use it may soon find themselves in the hot seat.
