Congressman Rangel faces 13 ethics violations
In a 40-page statement of charges, a House investigative panel formally charged Rep. Charles Rangel with 13 ethics violations. Among the charges was the improper solicitation of donations for a New York building bearing Rangel’s name. The charges against the lifetime New York Democrat come weeks before midterm elections.
Takeaway Washington correspondent Todd Zwillich was at the hearing, he details the charges facing Rangel and weighs in on whether the congressman will be able to cut a deal.
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