Hogsett Struggles with More Conflict-of-Interest Allegations Inside His Administration

Hogsett struggles with more conflict-of-interest allegations inside his administration

INDIANAPOLIS — New reporting by the Indy Star and Mirror Indy this week confirmed rumors of a romantic relationship between ex-Deputy Mayor Thomas Cook and then-Metropolitan Development Director Scarlett Andrews that may have benefited developers Cook represented before Andrews and the Department of Metropolitan Development seeking tens of millions of dollars in city support and tax breaks. ”There is absolutely no indication that anything inappr…

Conflict of interest accusations surround Hogsett administration, Indianapolis economic deals

Mayor Joe Hogsett is accused of mishandling conflicts of interest.On Monday, the Indianapolis Star and Mirror Indy reported that Hogsett's former chief of staff, Thomas Cook, and former city official Scarlett Andrews were in a relationship. Conflict of interest accusations surround Hogsett administration, Indianapolis economic dealsThe report states Andrews allegedly recommended millions in incentives for Cook's clients.Cook resigned at the end …