Lawmaker Denies Sending Resignation Letter

Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) is denouncing a letter mailed to elected officials in recent days that purports to be one from Gottheimer announcing his resignation because of a personal scandal, the North Jersey Record reports.

Said Gottheimer: “This disgusting smear campaign is a violation of federal law and is being criminally investigated by the U.S. Capitol Police. I am confident that they will quickly identify and pursue charges against the perpetrators responsible for this crime.”