Unseen Funds Energize Gainey and O'Connor in Pittsburgh Mayoral Battle

Both Democratic mayoral candidates in Pittsburgh are experiencing a surge in support from independent groups spending over $600,000 on their behalf. Incumbent Mayor Ed Gainey and Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor are benefitting from untraceable funds, raising concerns about transparency. This trend raises questions regarding the influence of PACs, with O’Connor reaffirming calls for greater disclosure. Gainey, meanwhile, contends that O’Connor's allies are concealing donor identities. As campaign financing intensifies, both candidates eye crucial funding from the construction sector, shaping the race’s dynamic.