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TexasTowelie

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Tue Jul 27, 2021, 08:02 AM Jul 2021

State House Democrat charged with theft, is resigning seat

HARRISBURG, Pa. — A Democratic state representative from just outside Philadelphia issued a statement saying she's resigning after being charged Thursday with theft and other offenses over her expense reimbursements.

Delaware County state Rep. Margo Davidson, 58, was released on her own recognizance after appearing in a Harrisburg district court courtroom.

"Today, I sadly announce my resignation and take legal responsibility for improper record keeping and reimbursement of expenses," she said in a written statement. Davidson said she is paying $6,900 in restitution.

"I further take responsibility for and regret not fully participating with the investigation," said the statement released through her attorney, Geoffrey Johnson.

Read more: https://www.phillytrib.com/news/state_and_region/state-house-democrat-charged-with-theft-is-resigning-seat/article_370ea55a-b59f-5562-b711-ca8185324c84.html

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State House Democrat charged with theft, is resigning seat (Original Post) TexasTowelie Jul 2021 OP
Not good for her but at least she owned up to her mistake and is fixing it. Unlike you know who... CurtEastPoint Jul 2021 #1
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