Overview
- Rep. Mikie Sherrill doubled down on accusations that Jack Ciattarelli was complicit with opioid companies, unveiling an 'Opioid Jack' webpage alleging his former firm was paid to produce materials that downplayed risks.
- Ciattarelli’s campaign denied the allegations and threatened a defamation lawsuit, saying his medical publishing company built an educational tool for a small group of chronic pain patients.
- Reporting highlighted past pharmaceutical PAC donations totaling at least about $25,500 to Sherrill’s congressional campaigns, while records also show smaller past contributions to Ciattarelli from companies tied to opioid settlements.
- Axios reported that President Trump will hold tele‑rallies for Ciattarelli as allies raise millions for a supportive super PAC, with multiple outlets noting no in‑person Trump visit is planned.
- A new Quinnipiac poll of likely voters conducted Oct. 9–13 shows Sherrill leading 50% to 44%, with Ciattarelli’s backers expressing higher enthusiasm to vote.