The predatory lending industry has spent a stunning $4.2 million on
Texas politicians over the past two elections, including more than $1
million from Cash Store chief Trevor Ahlberg of Irving (25 percent of
the total). These heavy political investments helped a defensive
industry seize the offensive. 
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Lobby Watch: Predatory Lenders Lavish $4.2 Million on Texas Pols
The predatory lending industry has spent a stunning $4.2 million on
Texas politicians over the past two elections, including more than $1
million from Cash Store chief Trevor Ahlberg of Irving (25 percent of
the total). These heavy political investments helped a defensive
industry seize the offensive.