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The Justice Department is investigating Sen. Ruben Gallego for suspected campaign-finance violations prompted by a whistleblower complaint; the inquiry has not yet contacted Gallego and follows the Senate Ethics Committee’s prior dismissal of related allegations, amid reports he used campaign funds for childcare, family travel, and events such as the Super Bowl.
A Senate ethics panel dropped its investigation into Senator Ruben Gallego after finding no evidence to support allegations of campaign finance violations and sexual misconduct raised by Representative Anna Paulina Luna, deeming the charges without merit.
The Senate Ethics Committee dismissed the misconduct allegations against Sen. Ruben Gallego, saying he cooperated fully during the inquiry into claims of campaign-finance violations and sexual misconduct linked to former Rep. Eric Swalwell. Gallego called Luna’s allegations a right-wing conspiracy and demanded an apology, stating he was unaware of Swalwell’s misconduct.
The Senate Ethics Committee dismissed its investigation into Sen. Ruben Gallego after finding no evidence of violations of federal law or Senate rules, effectively clearing him of sexual-misconduct and campaign-finance allegations raised by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna; Gallego and his team say the charges were politically motivated and that no ethics action will proceed.
The Senate Ethics Committee dismissed Rep. Anna Paulina Luna’s complaint accusing Sen. Ruben Gallego of campaign finance violations and inappropriate conduct after reviewing the evidence and expenditure reports. The six-member panel found no violations of federal law or Senate rules and noted Gallego’s cooperation; it reserves the right to revisit if new facts emerge. Gallego has called the accusations right-wing fabrications, continues to fundraise for legal fees, and says he will keep serving Arizonans.
A POLITICO review of Federal Election Commission records shows Sen. Ruben Gallego has used campaign committee and leadership PAC funds to cover travel for his family, child care costs, and a 2023 Super Bowl trip with his wife, including a joint account with Rep. Eric Swalwell for the event. The spending covers trips to Miami, Chicago, Disneyland and Disney World, and reimbursements for babysitting, with some amounts tied to fundraising activity. Gallego and his team say such spending is permitted under campaign-finance rules, while critics describe it as a pattern that could complicate future runs for higher office. The story also notes Gallego’s ongoing ethics scrutiny context and his 2028 presidential prospects.
Arizona Democrat Ruben Gallego told CNN he had heard years of rumors that Rep. Eric Swalwell was flirtatious but says he never witnessed sexual assault or harassment. He regrets not addressing the rumors earlier and urged Swalwell to step down after allegations emerged; Swalwell denies the charges and resigned amid ongoing investigations in New York and California. Gallego suggested creating an independent body to protect staffers who come forward and pledged transparency by sharing messages if authorities request them.
Senator Ruben Gallego is seeking to block the Pentagon from granting full military funeral honors to Ashli Babbitt, a Capitol riot participant, arguing her actions disqualify her from such honors and criticizing the decision as inappropriate given her role in the January 6 events.
Senator Ruben Gallego of Arizona visited Iowa to share his successful campaign strategies and encourage Democrats to broaden their outreach, amid a challenging political landscape and internal party divisions, aiming to energize the party for upcoming midterms and future elections.
Senator Ruben Gallego of Arizona visited Iowa to energize local Democrats and boost enthusiasm for the party, highlighting Arizona's political shift over the past decade and fueling speculation about his 2028 presidential ambitions.
Senator Ruben Gallego visited Iowa, addressing past criticisms of the Iowa caucuses, emphasizing the need for Democrats to focus on working-class issues, and criticizing recent legislative votes and policies affecting Iowa, while also discussing his stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict and his political future.
Senator Ruben Gallego acknowledged parental concerns about trans athletes in sports as legitimate and suggested that decisions regarding biological separations in school sports should be made by local institutions, reflecting a rare Democratic stance on this contentious issue amid broader party debates and Republican criticisms.
Democrat Ruben Gallego has been elected as Arizona's first Latino U.S. senator, defeating Republican Kari Lake. Gallego's victory continues a trend of Democratic successes in Arizona, a state that has shifted away from its Republican roots since 2016. Gallego, a five-term House member and Iraq War veteran, emphasized his personal story and moderate stance, while Lake struggled with her hardline positions and attempts to moderate her image. With this win, the GOP holds 53 seats in the Senate.
Democrat Ruben Gallego has won the Arizona Senate race against Republican Kari Lake, marking a significant victory for Democrats in a key swing state. Gallego, an Iraq War veteran and US House Representative, becomes the first Latino to represent Arizona in the Senate, succeeding independent Kyrsten Sinema. His campaign focused on moderate policies, including addressing immigration and economic issues, while Lake, a Trump ally, faced criticism for her election denialism. This win provides some relief for Democrats as Republicans are set to take control of the Senate next year.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has invited Pennsylvania Republican Dave McCormick and Arizona Democrat Ruben Gallego to Senate orientation after their races were called by the Associated Press. Schumer had previously withheld invitations until the races were settled, despite pressure from Republican senators. Meanwhile, the Senate GOP leadership elections are set for Wednesday, and Speaker Mike Johnson has announced plans for President-elect Donald Trump to visit the Capitol. The House GOP is urging Trump to refrain from appointing more Republican members to his administration to maintain their slim majority.