### Question
What is the definition of political committee?


### Answer
The definition of **political committee** is as follows in *26 U.S.C. § 9002*:

> any committee, association, or organization (whether or not incorporated) which accepts contributions or makes expenditures for the purpose of influencing, or attempting to influence, the nomination or election of one or more individuals to Federal, State, or local elective public office

#### Citation:
  - *26 U.S.C. § 9002*
  - Heading: **Subtitle H-Financing of Presidential Election Campaigns > CHAPTER 95-PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION CAMPAIGN FUND**

