Thursday, November 06, 2008

No Federal Charges For Spitzer

This is somewhat surprising. Disgraced former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer wont be facing federal charges.
U.S. Attorney Michael Garcia said investigators found no evidence that Spitzer or his office misused public or campaign funds for prostitution. Federal prosecutors typically do not prosecute clients of prostitution rings.

"In light of the policy of the Department of Justice with respect to prostitution offenses and the longstanding practice of this Office, as well as Mr. Spitzer's acceptance of responsibility for his conduct, we have concluded that the public interest would not be further advanced by filing criminal charges in this matter," Garcia said in a statement.

A remorseful Spitzer issued a statement in which he expressed relief that he will not face charges.

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