Rep. D'Esposito Accused of Hiring Mistress, Fiancée's Daughter

The New York congressman allegedly violated House ethics rules by placing both women on his congressional payroll.

Rep. Anthony D'Esposito reportedly hired his mistress and his fiancée's daughter for part-time jobs in his district office, paying them nearly $30,000 in taxpayer funds.
The House Code of Conduct forbids members from employing close family members and engaging in sexual relationships with employees under their supervision.
Payments to both women ended abruptly in July 2023 after D'Esposito's fiancée discovered the affair, leading to a temporary breakup.
D'Esposito has not denied the allegations, calling the reports a 'slimy, partisan hit piece' and asserting that his personal life has not impacted his professional duties.
The congressman, facing a tight reelection race, has received both criticism and support from political figures, with calls for further investigation into potential ethical violations.