Oil and gas industry has pumped millions into Republican campaigns
by Suzanne Goldenberg and Helena Bengtsson from on (#15VRG)
Fossil fuel barons have invested more than $100m in Republican presidential Super Pacs - raising concerns over special interests if GOP takes White House
Fossil fuel millionaires collectively pumped more than $100m into Republican presidential contenders' efforts last year - in an unprecedented investment by the oil and gas industry in the party's future.
About one in three dollars donated to Republican hopefuls from mega-rich individuals came from people who owe their fortunes to fossil fuels - and who stand to lose the most in the fight against climate change.
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