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Investigation Demanded After Allegations of Election Law Violation by Assembly Candidate Cashman

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PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — A call for an investigation has emerged in Clinton County after the vice chair of the local Republican Committee accused Democratic candidate Michael Cashman of election law violations. Jeff Luck, who holds the position, filed a complaint with the New York State Board of Elections against Cashman, currently the Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor and a candidate for Assembly District 115. The complaint alleges that Cashman misused his taxpayer-funded office during a political rally held earlier this month to announce his candidacy for the seat left vacant by Billy Jones. According to Luck, … Read more

Flint Council Race Torn by Controversy: Former Candidate Files Federal Lawsuit Over Alleged Election Misconduct

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Flint, Michigan – A former contender for the city council seat in Flint’s third ward has filed a federal lawsuit against the election winner, state officials, and local clerks. Beverly Biggs-Leavy alleges that election integrity was compromised in favor of her opponent, LaShawn Johnson, citing various legal violations. Court filings indicate that Biggs-Leavy accuses election officials of misleading absentee voters, suggesting incorrectly that Johnson was the sole candidate in the race. Johnson had previously lost the primary election earlier in May before winning as a write-in candidate. The Michigan Department of State confirmed that it … Read more

Judicial Ruling Clears Path for Democratic DA Candidate Amid Controversial Lawsuit

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A New York judge has dismissed a lawsuit aimed at removing a Democratic candidate for district attorney from the upcoming ballot. The legal action was taken against Lisa M. Doran, a prominent figure seeking to secure her party’s nomination for the position in the November elections. The lawsuit claimed that Doran failed to meet certain residency requirements necessary to be eligible for candidacy. However, the court ruled in her favor, finding that she had sufficiently established her qualifications. The decision has been met with applause from Doran’s supporters, who view it as a significant victory … Read more

City Council Candidate Secures $1.5M Jury Verdict for Defamation Amidst Controversial Campaign

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A jury in Chicago awarded $1.5 million to a city council candidate who claimed she was defamed during her electoral campaign. The verdict came after the candidate accused an opponent of spreading false information regarding her qualifications and personal character. The trial highlighted the challenges faced by candidates in politically charged environments, where accusations can have lasting impacts on reputations and election outcomes. The defendant in the case reportedly disseminated damaging statements about the candidate, which she contended were completely unfounded. The plaintiff, who ran for a city council seat in the recent election, expressed … Read more