Florida ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Sponsor Resigns After Federal Fraud Indictment
Florida State Rep. Joe Harding has resigned after being indicted on federal charges of wire fraud and money laundering related to a federal COVID-19 relief loan program for small businesses.
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Florida Republican Joe Harding resigned on Thursday from the state’s legislature following the Wednesday release of a federal grand jury indictment against the lawmaker, known for his sponsorship of the state’s controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill. Harding was charged of wire fraud and money laundering related to a federal COVID-19 relief loan program for small businesses, Matt Dixon reports for Politico. Harding allegedly received more $150,000 in fraudulent federal pandemic assistance.
“I believe in Floridians and want what is best for them, and I believe their leaders need not be encumbered by distractions that are mine alone,” Harding said in a statement announcing his resignation.
