Ex-Biden Official's Financial Disclosure Sparking Controversy in NH Primary
Bizarre Financial Disclosure Raises Eyebrows
Maggie Goodlander, a candidate in the critical Democratic primary for retiring Rep. Annie Kuster's (D-N.H.) seat, has sparked controversy with her recent personal financial disclosure. On August 12, Goodlander, who previously served in the Justice Department under President Biden, filed a report that lists the values of multiple assets as undetermined, including checking accounts, retirement plans, and various properties that are currently for sale.
Key Concerns About Goodlander's Disclosure
- Experts Puzzled: Legal counsel for ethics at the Campaign Legal Center, Danielle Caputo, expressed disbelief at the extensive use of undetermined values, particularly for easily verifiable assets.
- Rules of Disclosure: Under the Ethics in Government Act, candidates must provide annual reports disclosing personal assets, yet Goodlander's filing raises further transparency questions.
- Campaign Dynamics: As the race intensifies ahead of the September 10 primary, Goodlander's financial disclosure is under scrutiny, especially as she leads in recent polls against her opponent Colin Van Ostern.
Next Steps for Goodlander
Following inquiries, a Goodlander campaign spokesperson indicated that an amendment to the asset disclosure is forthcoming, acknowledging that the initial report only included information available at the time.
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