A Missouri primary has been derailed by the arrest of Republican candidate Thomas Ross, who prosecutors say tried to frame his rival, Louise Secker, for drug possession. According to court filings, Ross allegedly handed a bag of cocaine and Adderall to his former campaign manager—identified only as “CS”—and plotted to hide the drugs in Secker’s purse or vehicle. The scheme, uncovered during a June investigation, raises questions about campaign ethics and the integrity of the state’s House race. The case now faces criminal charges and could have significant implications for both candidates’ political futures.
Republican candidate Thomas Ross and former campaign manager allegedly devised plan to stash drugs in rival Louise Secker’s purse or vehicleA Missouri House race has been rocked by the Wednesday arrest of Republican candidate Thomas Ross, whom prosecutors accuse of attempting to frame his primary opponent Louise Secker for cocaine possession.In June, Ross allegedly gave his former campaign manager, identified by the initials “CS” in court documents, a bag of cocaine and Adderall. The two allegedly devised a plan for the former manager to stash the drugs in Secker’s purse or vehicle. Continue reading...
