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The bureau began investigating the matter under the Biden administration, after Martin Kao, the chief executive of Navatek, a military contractor in Hawaii, said he had discussed circumventing campaign finance laws with a political adviser to Ms. Collins, Republican of Maine.
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The FBI began investigating allegations against Senator Susan Collins's political adviser under the Biden administration after Martin Kao, CEO of Navatek, claimed he discussed circumventing campaign finance laws with the adviser.
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{
    "person": "Martin Kao",
    "organization": "Navatek",
    "administration": "Biden administration"
}
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Campaign Finance FBI Biden administration Martin Kao Susan Collins
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September 25, 2026 at 11:06 AM (2 weeks ago)
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September 25, 2026 at 11:06 AM (2 weeks ago)

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F.B.I. Shut Down Inquiry Into Top Ally of Senator Susan Collins
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/22/us/politics/fbi-susan-collins-donor.html

The FBI closed an inquiry into allegations that a political adviser to Senator Susan Collins funneled illegal campaign contributions. The inquiry was shut down last year due to questions about the veracity of a donor's account, Martin Kao, who is now serving a prison sentence.

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