Episode 4: Eggburt Flies Coach
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Money talks; and unfortunately for political candidates, it sometimes talks a little too much. This week, Jaci introduces us to Representative Duncan Hunter of California, who spends his campaign cash on all the wrong things — including airfare for his pet bunny — and ends up on the wrong side of the law.
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Episode Notes
Key sources used in the researching and writing of this episode include:
Reporting from Morgan Cook at The San Diego Union-Tribune, including stories about the video game charges, coverage about additional questionable charges, and Hunter’s campaign reimbursement,
U.S. Attorney’s Office press releases about Duncan Hunter pleading guilty and his sentencing
Articles in the AP, Buzzfeed News, CNN, Los Angeles Times, Politico, Vox, Washington Post
News segments from ABC 10 News, CBS News, CNN, Fox 5 San Diego, Fox News, KPBS Public Media, MSNBC, NBC News, NBC 7 San Diego, Union-Tribune Watchdog
Resources from the FEC about personal use of campaign funds and CRS about permissible uses of campaign funds
