US EditionEx-Rep. Trent Franks, who offered aide $5million to have his child, is running for Congress again
- Former Arizona Congressman Trent Franks, who resigned in 2017 amid allegations of offering money to staff in exchange for carrying his child, is running for his old congressional seat.
- Franks stated that he believes the 2024 election is crucial for America's survival and has chosen to run for Congress again. While he left office to spare his loved ones from "sensationalized attacks," Franks's decision to run raises questions about his past actions.
- U.S. Rep. Debbie Lesko will not seek reelection, opening the door for several GOP contenders, including Blake Masters, who previously lost a Senate race. The race for Arizona's 8th Congressional District will be an important one to watch as Franks attempts a political comeback.
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Former AZ Congressman Trent Franks announces run for old seat despite past controversy
Ex-Arizona Congressman Trent Franks is running for his formal congressional seat, despite past controversy alleging that he offered women money in exchange for carrying his child.
Ex-Rep. Trent Franks, who offered aide $5million to have his child, is running for Congress again
PHOENIX (AP) — Former Arizona Congressman Trent Franks, who resigned in 2017 after two female staffers said he offered them money in exchange for carrying his child, announced Wednesday he is running for his old congressional seat, according to multi
Ex-Rep. Trent Franks, who offered aide $5million to have his child, is running for Congress again
PHOENIX (AP) — Former Arizona Congressman Trent Franks, who resigned in 2017 after two female staffers said he offered them money in exchange for carrying his child, announced Wednesday he is running for his old congressional seat, according to multi
Ex-Rep. Trent Franks, who offered aide $5million to have his child, is running for Congress again
PHOENIX (AP) — Former Arizona Congressman Trent Franks, who resigned in 2017 after two female staffers said he offered them money in exchange for carrying his child, announced Wednesday he is running for his old congressional seat, according to multiple media reports. “I truly believe the 2024 election is vital to the survival of a free, prosperous, and strong America in the world,” he said in a statement cited by the Arizona Republic. “Thus, I …
Ex-Rep. Trent Franks, who offered aide $5million to have his child, is running for Congress again
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona Congressman Trent Franks is running for his old U.S. House seat. The announcement comes almost six years after Trent abruptly resigning because of allegations that he pressed two female staffers to carry his child. In a statement reported by multiple media outlets, the Republican announced Wednesday he intends to run in the 8th Congressional District. Current U.S. Rep. Debbie Lesko isn’t seeking reelection. Franks is the l…
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