REPORT: AOC Likely Violated House Ethics Rules By Listing Her Fiancé As Her ‘Spouse’

Far-left U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) listed her fiancé, Riley Roberts, as her “spouse” in disclosure files last year, according to a report from the Washington Free Beacon. Her office says that the two have never been “legally married,” however, representing a likely breach of House ethics regulations.

The New York congresswoman referred to Roberts as her spouse while describing the couple’s travels across the globe, according to legal filings to the House Ethics Committee obtained by the Washington Free Beacon.

Ocasio-Cortez flew to the Far East this past January on a trip sponsored by the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation and to South America in August for a trip sponsored by George Soros’ Open Societies Foundation. Roberts paid for his tickets on his own, he Washington Free Beacon confirmed.

Lauren Hitt, a spokesman for the congresswoman, confirmed that the two are not married after announcing their engagement last year. “House Ethics has commonly recognized the term ‘spouse’ to extend to long-term partners,” she claimed.

Despite Hitt’s claims, the House Ethics Manual states that a “spouse” listed in disclosure forms must be someone who is “legally married” to a member. Ocasio-Cortez also would have been required to disclose Roberts’ financial information.

If the congressman knowingly filed false information, she could face a fine of up to $50,000 or even federal prison time. She could also face censure by the Republican-controlled House.

Related Posts

THE NEWS about Al Roker’s health has broken our souls

She Didn’t Cut Her Hair For 25 Years, But Wait Till You See Her Now

We all have the impulse to alter some aspect of our look from time to time. A little change is always rejuvenating, whether it’s the boring hairdo…

“I Found These At My Grandma’s House And Have No Idea What They Are”

Wooden clothespins have a long history, dating back to the 19th century when laundry was labor-intensive and clothes had to be hung out to dry. Initially made…

Jamie Lee Curtis overwhelmed with grief makes the heart-wrenching announcement

Jamie Lee Curtis said some very sad things about her close friend and Curb Your Enthusiasm star Richard Lewis, who died on Tuesday of a heart attack…

My Late Mom Left $5 Million Inheritance To My Greedy Brother And Aunts, But I Only Got An Envelope With An Address

Family arguments over a loved one’s belongings happen all the time. It gets so bad sometimes that the people who are supposed to receive may not agree….

Most People Don’t Recognize These Gadgets.

Adapting to Rapid Changes: We’ve all been affected by technology, no matter who we are. Technological advancements often occur so swiftly that it can be challenging to…