Rodriguez Vs. Rodriguez: Ex-Florida Lawmaker Charged In Election Sham

The transcript discusses election crimes involving Frank R Tillis, who allegedly orchestrated a plot to help a Republican win a Florida State Senate seat by using a sham candidate, Alex Rodriguez, to siphon votes from Democrat Jose Javier Rodriguez. The sham candidate was paid to run without campaigning, impacting the election outcome. Both Tillis and Rodriguez face legal charges. The transcript also highlights a pattern of similar election fraud cases involving ghost candidates and dark money.

What was the alleged purpose of Frank R Tillis's plot in the Florida State Senate election?

• To ensure a Democrat won the election

• To increase voter turnout

• To help a Republican win by using a sham candidate

• To promote fair election practices

How did Alex Rodriguez allegedly contribute to the election plot?

• By funding the Democrat's campaign

• By acting as a ghost candidate to siphon votes

• By organizing debates for all candidates

• By campaigning actively for the Republican candidate

What was the main tactic used to mislead voters in the election?

• Distributing false information about the Republican candidate

• Using a candidate with a similar name to confuse voters

• Holding secret meetings with voters

• Offering financial incentives to vote

What legal charges were brought against Frank R Tillis and Alex Rodriguez?

• Bribery and corruption

• Tax evasion and money laundering

• Three felonies each related to illegal campaign contributions

• Fraud and embezzlement

What broader pattern did CNN report regarding the use of ghost candidates?

• A single isolated incident

• A widespread tactic involving multiple races and dark money

• A strategy used only in Florida

• An approach that was quickly abandoned