Ex-Baltimore Mayor Indicted In Scheme To Divert Money From Book Sales

Ex-Baltimore Mayor Indicted In Scheme To Divert Money From Book Sales

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Catherine Pugh, former Baltimore mayor, was involved in a fraudulent scheme involving her children's book company, Healthy Holly. She allegedly funneled money to her mayoral campaign through bogus book sales. Legal actions were taken, including FBI raids and indictments. Pugh resigned, apologizing for damaging Baltimore's image. She faced charges of wire fraud, conspiracy, and tax evasion, with books missing from a deal with the University of Maryland Medical System.

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What were the allegations against Catherine Pugh regarding her mayoral campaign?

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What was the name of the children's book publishing company owned by Catherine Pugh?

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What did federal authorities find regarding the distribution of Pugh's books?

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What were the consequences faced by Pugh after the allegations were made public?

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What did US Attorney Robert Hur say about the impact of corrupt public employees?

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