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Rep. Doolittle won't return convicted lobbyist's cash
Tuesday, April 4, 2006
Rep. John Doolittle (R-California) won't return campaign contributions from a former Washington lobbyist who just pleaded guilty to defrauding tribes and a corruption conspiracy.
Doolittle received $12,500 in contributions from Tony C. Rudy, a former aide to retiring Rep. Tom DeLay (R-Texas). The amount by far the most any lawmaker received from Rudy, who donated a total of $48,500 in just four years to 34 Republicans.
While other recipients of Rudy's cash -- including Rep. Richard Pombo (R-California) -- are returning the money, Doolittle says he won't do the same. He previously said Jack Abramoff, who also admitted to defrauding tribes, was doing a good job for his clients.
Get the Story:
Rush to return Rudy cash
(The Hill 4/4)
Relevant Documents:
Charges: US v
Rudy |
Factual Proffer
Relevant Links:
Rep. John Doolittle -
http://www.house.gov/doolittle
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