Posts Tagged ‘State Auditor Kathy McGuiness’
UPDATED: DE State Senate Passes SCR 128 Beginning the Process of Removal from Office of State Auditor Kathy McGuiness; State House Will NOT be Called into Session
The Delaware State Senate met in special session Monday to begin the process of the removal of State Auditor Kathy McGuiness from office. McGuiness was found guilty of three misdemeanor charges earlier this month – she was acquitted of two felony charges. Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola told the Senate that McGuiness has had…
Read MoreDel. Legislative Leaders Announce Formal Review Of Constitutional Powers Regarding Auditor Case
Leaders of the Delaware General Assembly have announced a plan for a formal review of its powers and procedures under two Articles of the Delaware Constitution regarding cause for removal of a public official. The Senate and House last week passed different concurrent resolutions asking for an advisory opinion from the Delaware Supreme Court. Now,…
Read MoreHouse, Senate Democratic Leaders Call For Indicted Auditor McGuiness To Take Leave Of Absence
The leaders of the Delaware State Senate and State House Democratic Caucuses are encouraging State Auditor Kathy McGuiness to take a leave of absence as she faces criminal charges. McGuiness was indicted Monday, and has claimed she is innocent of all charges. The following statements were released by the Democratic Caucuses Wednesday evening: Delaware Senate…
Read MoreGrand Jury Indicts State Auditor McGuiness for Abuse of Office
Following an investigation involving dozens of witness interviews, thousands of document reviews, and more than a year of work, Attorney General Kathy Jennings and the DOJ’s Division of Civil Rights & Public Trust (DCRPT) announced Monday that State Auditor Kathleen McGuiness has been indicted for five criminal charges, including two felonies. “We strive for a…
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