Grand Jury Clears Supporter of Governor Beshear in Straw Donation Probe
A grand jury in Kentucky has decided not to indict a supporter of Governor Andy Beshear over allegations of illicit campaign contributions. The investigation, which centered around purported “straw donations,” concluded without any charges, a decision that underscores the continuing political tensions in the state. The inquiry began when accusations surfaced that a prominent backer of Governor Beshear might have been involved in funneling illegal donations to the governor’s campaign. The core issue was whether funds were donated through intermediaries to conceal their origins, a practice forbidden under federal and state election laws. The grand … Read more