The OpenSecrets profile for Calamos Investments indicates that during the 2024 cycle the firm made political contributions totaling $29,072 while reporting no lobbying or outside spending. This modest level of political financial engagement suggests a limited role in influencing political outcomes and is not indicative of support for authoritarian or far‑right agendas.

OpenSecrets data indicates that Calamos Investments contributed $29,072 in the 2024 election cycle with no reported lobbying or outside spending, suggesting minimal engagement in political influence that might support authoritarian practices.

A former vice president, Gene Katz, filed a whistleblower lawsuit against Calamos Investments after raising concerns about issues including shrinking assets, poor financial results, and internal management practices. Katz alleges that within an hour of sending an email detailing these concerns to the company’s founder and executives, he was terminated and escorted off the premises. Calamos officials dismissed the allegations as meritless and characterized Katz as a disgruntled former employee, raising concerns over the company’s handling of internal dissent and labor rights.