Congressman Announces Resignation After Felony Convictions

Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (R-Neb.) will resign from Congress effective March 31. Fortenberry’s resignation follows his conviction on three felony counts last week for lying to the FBI about illegal campaign contributions. As Mediaite reports: The conviction stems from a 2016 fundraiser Fortenberry held for his reelection during which he received about $30,000 from straw donors compensated by … Continue reading Congressman Announces Resignation After Felony Convictions