The number of PAC's has remained stable over the past decade. Most PAC money is distributed to challengers in an effort to unseat hostile incumbents. The amount of money that PAC's can contribute directly to an individual candidate is limited by law. PAC's are illegal in most states. PAC's rarely attempt to influence legislation through lobbying activities.
Federal laws limit the amount PACs can contribute to individual campaigns.
Returns a bill to committee. Cuts off debate on a bill. Criticizes a senator guilty of improprieties. Removes a President who has been impeached by the House. Brings a bill directly to a vote without formal committee approval.