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Senate Ethics Committee dismisses complaint

Senate ethics panel says it found no evidence after a federal complaint alleged campaign-finance and misconduct violations against Gallego

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The committee had been alerted by a fellow member of Congress of allegations of campaign finance violations and potential sexual misconduct, but said it found no evidence of wrongdoing.

  1. Frame 1Senate ethics panel says it found no evidence after a federal complaint alleged campaign-finance and misconduct violations against Gallego.
  2. Frame 2Rep. Anna Paulina Luna filed the complaint, alleging sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations in April.
  3. Frame 3Gallego denied wrongdoing and requested an investigation, turning the allegations into a formal Senate review.
  4. Frame 4The committee requested additional information on April 17 and May 15 before closing the case.
  5. Frame 5Its letter said investigators reviewed statements, FEC reports, House and Senate spending records, and other information.
  6. Frame 6The panel said it can revisit the matter if additional facts become known later.
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Jun 29, 5:15 PM EDT
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