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Noteworthy criminal misconduct in American politics (2023-2024)
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This page includes noteworthy individuals in American politics accused of criminal misconduct from 2023 to 2024. Individuals accused of sexual harassment or assault are listed separately on this page.
We define criminal misconduct as alleged actions that could or do result in criminal charges being filed. Inclusion on this page does not necessarily indicate that the accused official or candidate is guilty of or responsible for the alleged misconduct.
If you know of any allegations from 2023 to 2024 that should be included here, please email editor@ballotpedia.org.
Federal government
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- Former President Donald Trump (R)
- U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar (D)
- Former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R)
State government
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Alabama
- State Rep. Fred Plump (D)
California
- State Sen. Dave Min (D)
- Superior Court Judge Jeff Ferguson (nonpartisan)
Florida
- Florida House of Representatives candidate Logan Luse (R)
Illinois
- State Rep. Matt Hanson (D)
- State Sen. William McCann (R)
Maine
- State Rep. Lucas Lanigan (R)
Mississippi
- State Sen. Michael McLendon (R)
Ohio
- State Rep. Bob Young (R)
South Carolina
- State Sen. Tom Davis (R)
Local government
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Los Angeles, California
- Los Angeles City Councilmember Curren De Mille Price Jr. (D)
Orange County, California
- Orange County Superior Court Judge Jeff Ferguson
