Roger Marshall Pays Bakery

Republican Sen. Roger MarshallRoger MarshallAmerican politician paid a Hutchinson bakery after his 2020 campaign left about $679 unpaid for a primary-election watch party. He posted proof of a $1,300 payment, and owner Holly Thomas said she could mark the invoice paid. Thomas said she spent nearly a year trying to collect while her new business struggled during the pandemic. The dispute surfaced as Marshall faces Democrat Adam HamiltonAdam HamiltonAmerican pastor in a competitive reelection race. It drew added attention because reports said Marshall had sued more than 700 patients over medical debts. Marshall said he did not know how the bill went unpaid, that his team tried to apologize, and that he repaid it double. Thomas said the experience cost him her vote.