DNC hires Bloomberg-tied tech firm Hawkfish for 2020 election
https://www.mcclatchydc.com/news/politics-government/election/article243820362.html
The Democratic National Committee has hired the digital and technology firm Hawkfish, according to two sources with knowledge of the situation, bringing the Michael Bloomberg-founded company on board for the final four months of the 2020 campaign.
The DNCs decision will be controversial among some progressives, who bristled at the idea of Bloomberg, the former New York City mayor and multi-billionaire, gaining influence within the party. Earlier this month, Joe Bidens campaign opted against hiring the firm, though the DNC and Biden campaign are working hand-in-hand during the general election.
The nature of the Hawkfishs contract with the DNC, and what work theyll specifically do for the committee, was not entirely clear. One source with knowledge of the agreement said it was for a small data contract.
Pro-Biden super PAC American Bridge hires Mike Bloombergs digital firm Hawkfish
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/07/15/pro-biden-super-pac-american-bridge-hires-mike-bloombergs-digital-firm-hawkfish.html
Hawkfish, a tech firm founded by billionaire former presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg, has signed on with a pro-Joe Biden super PAC after missing out on working directly with the presumptive Democratic nominees campaign.
The super PAC, American Bridge, recently signed a contract with the Bloomberg firm, officials told CNBC.
The PAC has spent millions of dollars on ads on TV and online in support of the former vice presidents bid for the White House. The organization is also well known for its often-unmatched opposition research arm.