Aftershocks of Williams Stapleton’s Resignation

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August 6, 2021 – The ripples of the investigation into now former New Mexico Rep. Sheryl Williams Stapleton continue to expand. This week, The Line opinion panelists discuss her quick decision to resign her seat in the House of Representatives. Stapleton still denies her involvement in an alleged scheme to funnel nearly $1 million from Albuquerque Public Schools to accounts and businesses she controlled. In addition to vacating a legislative seat, her resignation has also resulted in a hole in leadership in the House. APS has suspended nearly a dozen employees as the investigation continues.  

Host: Gene Grant 

Line Guests: 
Tom Garrity, The Garrity Group  
Laura Sanchez, attorney  
Eric Griego, former state senator 

For More Information: 

Sheryl Williams Stapleton resigns – NM Political Report 

High-ranking Democratic lawmaker in New Mexico House resigns amid allegations of fraud – Axios 

Two APS officials, 8 teachers placed on leave – Albuquerque Journal 

Mislabeled invoice sparked Stapleton investigation – Albuquerque Journal 

State House Democrats select acting majority floor leader – KOAT