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Wyden alleges RFK Jr. broke the law in calls urging Libertarians to quit Iowa races
Ron Wyden, a Senate Democrat, accused Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of violating the Hatch Act by urging Libertarian candidates in Iowa to drop out of congressional races. Wyden claims Kennedy's June calls aimed to influence competitive Iowa districts, potentially benefiting GOP candidates. The Libertarian Party of Iowa chair recorded one call, alleging Kennedy offered quid pro quo while avoiding explicit requests.
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