Federal authorities have apprehended a Massachusetts lawmaker on embezzlement charges, marking the second instance this week in which the state’s Democratic legislators have made headlines for criminal activity.
State Representative Chris Flanagan was arrested Friday morning on allegations that he misappropriated approximately $36,000 from a former employer to cover campaign costs, purchase new clothing, and pay off credit card debt, according to a press release by U.S. Attorney Leah Foley. In response, Democratic Gov. Maura Healey and other state officials have called for his resignation. READ MORE
