In an unusual hearing, Ethics Commission advances complaints against Greco and Watson to next phase - Austin Monitor

The Ethics Review Commission found reasonable grounds to believe that both mayoral candidate Doug Greco and incumbent Mayor Kirk Watson violated local campaign finance ordinances, leading to a hearing next month.

Betsy Greenberg's complaint underscores potential serious implications for both candidates, questioning their compliance with the city's contribution limits, and indicating a growing scrutiny of campaign financing in Austin's local elections.

Doug Greco's ongoing federal lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of Austin's contribution limits from out-of-city donors, adding a layer of complexity to an already charged political landscape as the election approaches.

The denial of Watson's representative the opportunity to present supporting documents during the preliminary hearing raises concerns about the commission's procedural fairness and the handling of campaign finance disputes in a politically sensitive context.

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