Democratic Congresswoman Cori Bush addressed the ongoing review by the Justice Department into her campaign spending on security services in a press conference held on Capitol Hill. In her statement, she vehemently denied any wrongdoing and emphasized her commitment to transparency and integrity.
Bush acknowledged the ongoing investigation, stating that her campaign is fully cooperating with the Department of Justice. She took the opportunity to provide clarity on the situation, explaining that she has faced numerous threats to her physical safety since before taking office. As a rank and file member of Congress, she is not entitled to personal protection from the House and therefore used campaign funds for security services.
In order to address allegations of misusing funds for personal security, Bush stressed that she has not utilized any federal tax dollars for this purpose. She dismissed claims that she had used campaign funds inappropriately and clarified that all reporting suggesting otherwise is false.
Specific attention has been given to the involvement of her husband in her campaign security. Bush defended her decision, citing his extensive experience in this area and the fact that he provided services at or below fair market rate. She emphasized that she complied with all applicable laws and House rules, and remains committed to adhering to the regulations that govern federal elected officials.
Bush addressed the source of the allegations, attributing them to right-wing organizations that have pursued baseless complaints against her. Despite facing several investigations, she asserted her confidence that she would be cleared of any wrongdoing. The Federal Election Commission and the House Committee on Ethics are currently reviewing the matter, alongside the ongoing investigation by the Department of Justice. Bush assured the public that her campaign is fully cooperating with these inquiries.
In September of last year, the Office of Congressional Ethics conducted a month-long investigation into the matter and found no evidence of misconduct. The case was unanimously dismissed. Bush expressed her expectation that the same outcome would be reached in the pending investigations. She acknowledged that these attacks on her were politically motivated and aimed at undermining her work as a congresswoman.
In conclusion, Congresswoman Cori Bush addressed the accusations surrounding her campaign spending on security services, firmly denying any misuse of funds or federal tax dollars. She affirmed her commitment to transparency and integrity, expressing confidence that the investigations would ultimately prove her innocence.
