(WBBM NEWSRADIO) — The U.S. House Ethics Committee has decided to continue its investigation into allegations against Illinois Democratic Congresswoman Marie Newman.
The non-partisan Office of Congressional Ethics had urged the committee to keep probing into whether Newman may have promised someone a job in return for not running against her.
Specifically, it said “there is substantial reason to believe that Rep. Newman may have promised federal employment to a primary opponent for the purpose of procuring political support.”
Newman “may have violated federal law, House rules, or standards of conduct,” the office said.
The development comes as Newman prepares to run against Democratic Rep. Sean Casten in the new 6th Congressional District.
Newman’s office notes the complaint that spurred the probe was filed by a “right-wing organization.” The complaint is politically motivated and “completely meritless,” her office said.
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