As recently as 2015, federal campaign finance records show, Hamm donated $5,400 to Heitkamp, the maximum contribution allowed. Over the years, Hamm has donated to Democratic and Republican candidates. Hamm and Cramer are already allies. Hamm donated money to help Cramer get elected to the House. But several Republicans familiar with Cramer’s emerging plans cautioned that nothing is final until and unless the congressman makes an official announcement.

Source: Washington Post February 14, 2018 18:58 UTC