Three candidates indicted on felony fraud charges win seats in Congress, statewide office, achieving rare feat
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Historically speaking, campaigning while out on bail on felony charges has proven to be a surefire way to lose an election, with some notable exceptions.
But this campaign cycle, felony indictments appeared little more damaging than TV attack ads as three Republican candidates facing an assortment of fraud charges squeaked past their Democratic opponents to hang onto their seats Tuesday night.
They include Rep. Duncan Hunter, R-Calif., indicted on federal charges of wire fraud and accusations he funded a luxurious lifestyle with campaign donations; Rep. Chris Collins, R-N.Y., indicted on federal insider trading charges; and Texas Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, indicted on felony securities fraud charges in state court, accused of lying to friends and potential investors about his financial stake in a tech company.
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Three Candidates Indicted On Felony Fraud Charges Win Seats In Congress, Statewide Office, Achieving Rare Feat
Amazing! All three are to be congratulated on this incredible accomplishment!
Somehow this may be a significant commentary on our current political situation...
Am I shocked the gop elected indicted felons? No. Just consider Trump and Co...
It seems likely that now that the Dems control the House (and therefore control all the Committees) they may be several investigations of Trump and his cohorts beginning with the new term of Congress.