The Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act of 2002

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The Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act of 2002 banned soft money contributions to national parties. Soft money refers to unrestricted donations to political parties from individuals, corporations, unions, and other organizations, which could be used to help candidates indirectly through issue advocacy, voter registration, and get-out-the-vote efforts.

B, C, D, and E are incorrect options because the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act of 2002 did not ban campaign ads by special interest groups, independent expenditures, or lobbying; nor did it eliminate the Federal Election Commission. However, the law did place some restrictions and disclosure requirements on these activities.