Massachusetts State Rep. Christopher Flanagan Arrested on Fraud Charges
State Rep. Christopher Flanagan has been indicted for wire fraud, accused of stealing $40,000 from a trade group for personal and political use.
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Christopher Flanagan, a Democratic state representative from Massachusetts, was indicted on five counts of wire fraud and one count of falsification of records. He allegedly stole nearly $40,000 from the Home Builders Association from 2021-2023, diverting funds for personal bills, campaign expenses, and psychic services. Investigators say he manipulated records and created false personas to cover his tracks. Following the indictment, prominent political figures, including Governor Maura Healey, have called for his resignation, emphasizing the severity of the allegations, which pose a significant breach of public trust.
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Rep. Flanagan is charged with five counts of wire fraud and one count of falsification of records. Each count of wire fraud carries a potential sentence of up to 20 years in prison, and falsification of records also carries a similar potential penalty.[1][2][3]
Flanagan allegedly used the stolen funds for personal mortgage payments, credit card debt reduction, campaign expenses, psychic services, and other personal items.[1][3][4]
Several political figures, including Gov. Maura Healey and state Sen. Julian Cyr, have called for Flanagan's resignation. House Speaker Ron Mariano expressed serious concern without calling for resignation but noted the House will monitor the situation and take appropriate action if necessary.[3][4]
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