The Massachusetts House Committee on Ethics will investigate state Rep. Christopher Flanagan after he was federally indicted on multiple charges, including wire fraud and record falsification. Flanagan allegedly embezzled $36,000 from his prior employer for personal use. Despite his not guilty plea, his case prompts ethics scrutiny that could lead to sanctions. Rep. Kate Lipper-Garabedian underscored that the committee will await the completion of judicial proceedings to avoid interference with the ongoing criminal case, as ethics review hinges on formal rule violations.
The head of the Massachusetts House Committee on Ethics announced an investigation into state Rep. Christopher Flanagan due to allegations of wire fraud and falsification.
Rep. Kate Lipper-Garabedian emphasized that the committee is committed to waiting for the judicial process to conclude before initiating the ethics investigation into Flanagan.
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