Republican State Representatives On Trial For Corruption

Pennsylvania GOP Corruption Trial Starts Next Week

September 24, 2011 12:14 PM

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HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) – The first trial of Republican defendants in Pennsylvania’s corruption scandal gets under way next week.

Three people formerly connected to state House Republicans are on trial starting Monday in Dauphin County court in Harrisburg.

They are accused of participating in a scheme to illegally spend millions of taxpayer dollars on technology and other public resources to boost GOP election campaigns between 2000 and 2007. They are former Rep. Brett Feese, a former House GOP whip; Brian Preski, former chief of staff for former House Speaker John Perzel; and former Feese aide Jill Seaman.

They’re outnumbered 2-to-1 by the six other Republicans who have pleaded guilty to reduced charges and may be called to testify for the prosecution. Among them is Perzel. Prosecutors say he orchestrated the illegal activity.

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Pennsylvania GOP Corruption Trial Starts Next Week

Frank Joseph

I will say a prayer today for these people. A poor decision on their part and families are torn apart. There is only one thing worse and that’s death. A word to the wise (politicians), be more careful.
topper

These men are really an asset to our state, who’s perfect, give them a break. We need these experienced leaders, so, all said and done, be sure to get them back into office.