Palm Beach GOP Removes Republican Facing Child Sex Charges From Voter Guide
Summary
The Palm Beach County Republican Party removed Mike Caruso from its voter guide after he was charged with child sex abuse. Although the party no longer promotes him, Caruso remains the official Republican candidate and plans to continue his campaign for county clerk and comptroller.Key Facts
- Mike Caruso is the Republican candidate for Palm Beach County clerk and comptroller.
- He was arrested on August 18, facing five felony charges including kidnapping and child molestation.
- The Palm Beach GOP originally included Caruso in its voter guide, then removed him after criticism.
- The state Republican Party asked the local party to remove Caruso and look for a replacement nominee.
- Caruso has refused to withdraw and intends to stay in the race for the November 3 election.
- The Palm Beach GOP selected Tom Sutterfield as a potential replacement if Caruso stepped down.
- Governor Ron DeSantis and Florida GOP leaders criticized Caruso’s inclusion in the guide and called for him to withdraw.
- Caruso’s representative says Caruso maintains his innocence and plans to serve if reelected.
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