Oregon Governor Faces Ethics Complaint Over First Lady's Role

The ethics complaint centers on the involvement of Governor Tina Kotek's wife, Aimee Kotek Wilson, in official duties, amidst public revelations about her personal struggles.

The Oregon Government Ethics Commission confirmed receiving a complaint about the role of Aimee Kotek Wilson in the office of Governor Tina Kotek.
Aimee Kotek Wilson, acting as an unpaid volunteer, has been involved in staff meetings on behavioral health, a priority for the governor.
Kotek Wilson recently disclosed her recovery from alcoholism and ongoing mental health issues, aiming to reduce stigma around these conditions.
The complaint raises questions of potential nepotism and misuse of public office, recalling past controversies involving former Oregon officials.
Governor Kotek has not seen the complaint but pledged to respond in accordance with state ethics laws.