August 18, 2026
A former high-ranking New Mexico Democratic legislator has been convicted of dozens of federal charges stemming from a yearslong scheme to divert money from public schools to a friend's company in exchange for kickbacks. Jurors reached the verdict Friday, following a trial that included testimony from Sheryl Williams Stapleton's former colleagues, investigators and tax experts. Williams Stapleton, who declined to testify, could face 20 years in federal prison when sentenced. A grand jury indicted Williams Stapleton, 69, in March 2024 on more than three dozen counts that included bribery, mail fraud, money laundering and conspiracy to defraud the federal government.
Those were on top of money laundering, racketeering and other charges filed in 2021 by state prosecutors. A trial in that case is scheduled for October. A former state House majority leader and an administrator with the state's largest public school district, in Albuquerque, Williams Stapleton was first elected in 1994. She resigned from the House two days after search warrants were served at her home during summer 2021, and Albuquerque Public Schools fired her.
https://abcnews.com/US/wireStory/former-high-ranking-democratic-legislator-new-mexico-convicted-135653029
August 18, 2026
Michale Caruso, a former Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives, was arrested on Tuesday and charged with kidnapping, lewd or lascivious molestation, lewd or lascivious exhibition, luring or enticing a child and child abuse.Caruso’s was immediately suspended by Gov. Ron DeSantis from serving as Palm Beach County clerk of court and comptroller — a role he is seeking re-election for in November, the Herald noted.
July 9, 2026
Illinois Democrat State Rep. Carol Ammons has just been indicted for an NGO FRAUD SCHEME with her husband, who is a County Clerk. She tried obtaining kickbacks from illegal payments via her campaign account and from the very NONPROFITS she helped get state taxpayer funds. Helping groups get grants that could help relatives. Her DAUGHTER was also recently indicted for COVID unemployment fraud.
Nov 6, 2025 NC Representative Sexual Relationship with Minor
Former North Carolina Representative Cecil Brockman was released from jail Wednesday morning after posting bond. Brockman was arrested earlier this month by the SBI for allegedly having an sexual relationship with a boy who is at least 15 years old or younger. He is charged with two counts of statutory sex offense and two counts of indecent liberties with a child. Monday, a judge significantly reduced Brockman's bail from over $1 million to $250,000.
His legal team says he thought the alleged victim was an adult and was unaware of his real age until his arrest. The judge made it clear that he isn't buying that claim, according to ABC11 News' partner the News and Observer. The newspaper is also reporting several new shocking details revealed in the Brockman case.
The judge dismissed Brockman's claims, citing new details from the case. Police investigated after Brockman called 911 to locate the 15-year-old, who was later found and taken to a hospital. The teen revealed their relationship to investigators. Brockman repeatedly tried to access the teen at the hospital, even attempting to admit himself or send his mother in his place.
Documents showed police seized the teen's phone, finding 14 videos of sexual acts, two featuring Brockman.
The pair met in May 2025 via a dating app, lived together in Georgia, and moved to High Point in August. Brockman was arrested after surveillance footage showed him leaving his apartment with a packed suitcase and trash bag.
Brockman was a Democrat serving his sixth term and resigned last month following his arrest.
March 17, 2025
- Date: March 17, 2025.
- Location: Bloomington, Minnesota.
- Details: Eichorn, 40, was arrested after attempting to meet with someone he believed to be a 17-year-old girl, who was actually an undercover Bloomington Police detective.
- Charges: He was charged with federal crimes, including attempted coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in prostitution, which carries a potential 15-year prison sentence.
- Evidence: Police reported finding cash, a condom, and two cellphones in his possession upon arrest.
- Resignation: Following his arrest and mounting pressure from both Republican and DFL colleagues, Eichorn resigned from the Minnesota Senate on March 20, 2025.
- Court Proceedings: Prosecutors accused him of attempting to destroy evidence, specifically by having a laptop removed from his apartment and factory-resetting a phone, leading to a federal hold without bail initially.
- Release: As of late March 2025, he was ordered to be released from jail to a halfway house while awaiting trial, with strict conditions including a GPS monitor and no internet access.
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