Basically yes.
There was a guy here in Congress just recently, a Far Right up and comer, super popular with Qult45; he publicly mentioned he was invited to a GOP cocaine orgy.
A flood of incredibly damaging dirt on him came out soon after and quickly destroyed his whole political career and reputation amongst his peers.
Imagine spending ~$25,000 every time you want to go see or support your bf.
I balk at using a tank of petrol to go see my SO.