Marijuana audit completed by the time Secretary of State Shemia Fagan recused herself, records show
Records obtained by The Oregonian/OregonLive show the performance audit was all but finalized by the time Fagan pulled out of the audit.
Ethics in Government
Secretary of State's office cannabis audit released amid questions about consulting job – Oregon Capital Chronicle
The Oregon Secretary of State’s office audited cannabis regulation as the agency’s head worked as a paid consultant in the industry.
Questions about Fagan's connections to marijuana industry overshadow audit
Drama surrounding the secretary of state's role with a private cannabis company overshadowed a report about how the state is handling pot businesses.
U.S. Supreme Court justices take lavish gifts — then raise the bar for bribery prosecutions – Oregon Capital Chronicle
Justice Clarence Thomas might be the most egregious when it comes to taking gifts and not disclosing them, but he’s not alone. His colleagues on the U.S. Supreme Court also haven’t been shy about taking fancy freebies from rich people — many of whom have an interest in the actions of the court. The justices […]