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politics14 days ago•6 min saved

Expulsion Looms as Ethics Panel Finds 25 Violations by Cherfilus-McCormick

The House Ethics Committee found Florida Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick committed 25 ethics and campaign-finance violations tied to using roughly $5 million in disaster-relief funds from her family’s healthcare business to fund her 2022 campaign; a punishment recommendation will follow after a lengthy hearing, with Republicans pushing to expel her and Democrats divided on the outcome. She also faces separate federal charges in the same case.

via Los Angeles Times|

#cherfilus-mccormick #disaster-relief-funds #ethics-violations

politics15 days ago•3 min saved

Cherfilus-McCormick Convicted in House Ethics Case, Expulsion Vote Looms

A bipartisan House Ethics subcommittee found Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick guilty on most of 27 campaign-finance counts, including funneling millions to her campaign, setting the stage for a full House vote on expulsion as federal charges linger.

via Politico|

#campaign-finance #cherfilus-mccormick #ethics-violations

politics6 months ago•1 min saved

Government Blames Democrats for Shutdown; Ethics Experts Warn of Legal Risks

Ethics experts suggest that the Biden administration's statements blaming Democrats for the government shutdown may violate the Hatch Act, which restricts political activities of federal employees, and have filed complaints against agencies promoting partisan messages during the shutdown.

via Politico|

#anti-lobbying-act #ethics-violations #federal-agencies

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Supreme Court Faces Turmoil Over Alito Flag Controversy

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell accused Democratic Senators Richard Blumenthal and Sheldon Whitehouse of potential ethical violations for demanding Justice Samuel Alito's recusal from certain cases, claiming their actions constitute improper ex-parte communication with the Supreme Court. McConnell argued that such conduct breaches the American Bar Association's code of conduct and called for the Supreme Court to address the issue.

via Fox News|

#ethics-violations #mitch-mcconnell #politics

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Former Rep. George Santos Announces Congressional Run Again"

Former New York Rep. George Santos has announced his plans to run for Congress again, challenging Rep. Nick LaLota in New York's First Congressional District. Santos, who was previously expelled from Congress due to ethics violations and faces federal charges, expressed his intention to debate LaLota on the issues and criticized his record as a Republican. LaLota responded by stating his commitment to raising the standard in Congress and holding Santos accountable, indicating his willingness to beat him in a primary election.

via CBS New York|

#congress #election #ethics-violations

education2 years ago•1 min saved

"MSU Board Takes Action Against Trustees Amid Ethics Violations Allegations"

Rema Vassar resigned as chair of the Michigan State University Board of Trustees following a report alleging ethics violations, prompting the board to refer her to the governor for review and strip her of committee appointments.

via MLive.com|

#board-of-trustees #education #ethics-violations

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Arizona Lawmaker Leezah Sun Resigns Amid Ethics Probe Findings"

Arizona House member Leezah Sun has resigned following a report by the House Committee on Ethics that found her guilty of ethics violations and a pattern of inappropriate behavior, including threatening a city official and attempting to influence a child custody case. Another House member, Amish Shaw, also announced his resignation to focus on his Congressional campaign, making it the second resignation from the Arizona Legislature in less than a week.

via Arizona's Family|

#arizona #ethics-violations #house-committee

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Upcoming Special Election in New York to Replace George Santos"

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that a special election to fill the House seat left vacant by the expulsion of Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) will take place on February 13. Santos was expelled from Congress after a House Ethics Committee report revealed numerous crimes and ethical violations, including fabricating parts of his biography. He is also facing federal criminal charges. Former Rep. Tom Suozzi (D) has already announced his candidacy for the seat, while Santos has endorsed retired New York police detective Mike Sapraicone. The special election presents an opportunity for Democrats to flip the seat and gain an advantage in the fight for the House majority in 2024.

via The Washington Post|

#ethics-violations #expulsion #house-seat

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

George Santos Expelled from Congress, Vows to File Ethics Complaints

Former Rep. George Santos, who was recently expelled for alleged ethics violations, has vowed to file ethics complaints against several of his former colleagues in the House of Representatives. Santos plans to target Republican representatives Nicole Malliotakis and Mike Lawler for alleged stock trading and campaign finance violations, respectively. He also raised questions about Democratic Representative Rob Menendez's ties to his father, Senator Bob Menendez, who is under investigation by the Department of Justice. The accused representatives have not yet responded to Santos' allegations.

via Deadline|

#complaints #ethics-violations #expulsion

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Expulsion of Rep. George Santos: A Reminder of Consequences in Congress"

Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi criticized ousted Rep. George Santos for leaving the House chamber before the conclusion of his expulsion vote, calling him a "coward." Santos, who has been accused of ethics violations, including fraud and campaign finance crimes, is the sixth lawmaker to be expelled from the House. Pelosi emphasized the seriousness of the vote and the need to uphold the dignity and respect of the House of Representatives. The historic bipartisan vote of 311-114-2 to expel Santos followed two unsuccessful attempts. Santos maintains his innocence and refuses to leave Congress voluntarily.

via The Hill|

#ethics-violations #expulsion-vote #george-santos

politics2 years ago•13 min saved

Rep. George Santos Expelled from Congress: A Reminder of Consequences for Wrongdoing

GOP Rep. George Santos has been expelled from the House of Representatives over ethics violations. The next steps include the House Clerk assuming control of his office and making decisions on its behalf, while a special election will be scheduled by New York Governor Kathy Hochul to fill the vacancy. Santos retains certain privileges as a former member until convicted of a felony, but the House could make rules changes regarding those privileges. Santos has pleaded not guilty to federal charges including fraud and misusing campaign funds.

via CNN|

#ethics-violations #george-santos #gop

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell Faces Intensifying Federal Investigation

Mayor LaToya Cantrell of New Orleans suggested that investigations against her may be driven by race, stating that targeting Black leadership appears to be prevalent. Cantrell, a Democrat, addressed ongoing federal investigations against her for ethical violations during a press conference. The Louisiana Board of Ethics accused Cantrell of upgrading to first-class on city-funded flight tickets, which violates state law and city travel policy. Cantrell argued that the COVID-19 threat and security concerns justified her actions. She expressed uncertainty about the specific charges and stated that she will comply but is not in favor of them. Cantrell previously faced a failed recall effort in 2022.

via Fox News|

#ethics-violations #investigations #mayor-latoya-cantrell

legal2 years ago•2 min saved

Ex-Trump attorney John Eastman found culpable in California bar trial, blames Trump haters

A California judge has preliminarily found John Eastman, a former attorney for Donald Trump, culpable of ethics violations in a state bar disciplinary case related to his efforts to help Trump overturn the 2020 election results. The preliminary finding by State Bar Court Judge Yvette D. Roland opens the possibility of severe sanctions, including disbarment, if a final finding of culpability is issued. The trial is set to conclude on Friday, and both parties will have the option to appeal the decision. This case is part of a broader effort by disciplinary authorities across the country to target attorneys who assisted Trump after the election.

via CNN|

#california #disciplinary-proceedings #ethics-violations

education2 years ago•4 min saved

"Explosive MSU Board Meeting Erupts Amid Controversy and Emotional Outbursts"

Tensions reached a boiling point at a Michigan State University Board of Trustees meeting as calls for the resignation or removal of board chair Rema Vassar intensified. Trustee Brianna Scott outlined a series of ethical violations she accused Vassar of, including overstepping her role, bullying the interim president, and misrepresenting her willingness to procure documents related to Larry Nassar. Vassar denied the accusations and called for clearer ethics guidelines. Racial tensions were also evident, with supporters of Vassar claiming she was being targeted due to her race. No decisions were made regarding Vassar's position, but students expressed frustration and vowed to continue fighting for their concerns.

via UpNorthLive.com|

#board-of-trustees #controversy #education

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Louisville Metro Councilman Piagentini Recommended for Removal After Ethics Violations

The Louisville Metro Ethics Commission has unanimously found Metro Council member Anthony Piagentini guilty of six out of seven ethics violations related to his involvement in a $40 million federal grant for his future employer. The commission has recommended his removal from the Metro Council and imposed a $3,000 fine. Piagentini plans to fight the ruling and called it a "complete travesty of justice." The full council will now vote on his removal, with a two-thirds majority required. Mayor Craig Greenberg has stated that his administration will swiftly respond to the violations to preserve public trust in Metro Government.

via WDRB|

#anthony-piagentini #ethics-violations #louisville