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Fried files ethics complaint against DeSantis’ staff fundraising

The governor’s office defended state officials soliciting lobbyists for campaign donations.
 
 
 
Florida Democratic Party chairperson Nikki Fried, citing news reports, filed the complaints against three top DeSantis officials, who each earn six-figure salaries as government employees.
Florida Democratic Party chairperson Nikki Fried, citing news reports, filed the complaints against three top DeSantis officials, who each earn six-figure salaries as government employees. [ JOSHUA BOUCHER | The State ]
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