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LeVota Indicted in County Scandal | Kansas City News
Jackson County Executive Philip LeVota, just ten months into his term, faces federal bribery charges alleging he offered government jobs in exchange for political support — a shocking turn for the reformer who vowed to clean up county government. Pleading not guilty, LeVota apologized but blamed others for the county’s tarnished reputation. With an accelerated trial set for November 30th, the case centers on a secret conversation involving a salary request for political favors. This follows another official’s ouster after accusing LeVota’s circle of offering campaign cash for votes. LeVota…
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