Summary
A Republican congressman from Long Island, Anthony D’Esposito, is facing scrutiny for allegedly hiring his mistress and his fiancée’s daughter for positions in his congressional office, potentially violating House ethics rules. These allegations have emerged as the district is considered pivotal for the balance of power in Congress.
The controversy began shortly after D’Esposito took office in 2022 when he reportedly hired his fiancée’s daughter as a special assistant, subsequently increasing her salary to approximately $3,800 a month. Additionally, he employed Devin Faas, a woman he was allegedly having an affair with, paying her $2,000 a month for a part-time role in the same office. Experts have indicated that these appointments may violate House rules that prohibit hiring relatives or individuals with whom a congressman has a romantic relationship. Furthermore, there are concerns regarding “no-show or low-show jobs,” which are prohibited to prevent misuse of campaign funds. D’Esposito has denied the allegations, and his spokesperson has refrained from commenting on personnel matters, emphasizing the congressman’s focus on local issues.
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