'Run Jimmy run!' Trump makes endorsement to replace Matt Gaetz in Congress

"Should he decide to enter this Race, Jimmy Patronis has my Complete and Total Endorsement," Trump posted. "RUN, JIMMY, RUN!"

"Jimmy Patronis, Chief Financial Officer for the Great State of Florida, has done a tremendous job as CFO, where he also serves as the State’s Fire Marshall, and as an important member of the Florida Cabinet," Trump posted on Truth Social. "I hear that Jimmy is now considering launching a Campaign for Congress in Florida's 1st Congressional District!"

"A fourth generation Floridian from the beautiful Panhandle, and owner of an iconic seafood restaurant, Jimmy has been a wonderful friend to me, and to MAGA," the president-elect added. "As your next Congressman, Jimmy would work tirelessly alongside of me to Grow our Economy, Secure our Border, Stop Migrant Crime, Strengthen our Incredible Military/Vets, Restore American Energy DOMINANCE, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment."

https://www.rawstory.com/florida-special-election-results/

County official in Arizona pleads guilty to embezzling over $38M in public funds

An elected official for an Arizona county has pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $38 million in public funds that she used to renovate her luxurious Southwestern ranch home, maintain the family cattle business and buy at least 20 vehicles, including an Airstream camper van.

Elizabeth Gutfahr, who was Santa Cruz County treasurer from 2012 through 2024, pleaded guilty Thursday to one felony count each of embezzlement by a public official, money laundering, and tax evasion for failing to pay up to $13 million in taxes. The plea agreement allowed her to avoid trial.

“Liz Gutfahr wants to take responsibility for the harm she has caused to Santa Cruz County,” her attorney Joshua Hamilton said in a statement. “She knows that by pleading guilty, and accepting the punishment she will face as a result, she is taking a step in the right direction to be accountable for her actions.”

https://coppercourier.com/2024/11/25/county-official-in-arizona-pleads-guilty-to-embezzling-over-38m-in-public-funds/