As Jolly runs for Florida gov., he confronts prior ties to alleged fraudster
Summary
David Jolly, a Democratic candidate for Florida governor, has faced questions about his past work with businessman Leo Govoni, who was indicted for allegedly stealing over $100 million from a nonprofit helping people with disabilities. Jolly’s campaign says he had no knowledge of or involvement in the alleged fraud and has returned Govoni’s political donations to his victims.Key Facts
- Leo Govoni was indicted by a Tampa grand jury for allegedly stealing more than $100 million from a nonprofit managing assets for people with disabilities.
- David Jolly worked for Govoni at a for-profit company where some of the stolen money was reportedly sent, but not at the nonprofit itself.
- Court documents show that millions moved from the nonprofit to Govoni’s for-profit firm while Jolly was employed there.
- Jolly is not accused of wrongdoing and says he was unaware of any illegal money transfers.
- Jolly worked at Govoni’s Boston Finance Group from 2012 to early 2014 and earned $250,000 in 2013.
- Govoni contributed to Jolly’s political campaigns and supported his 2016 Senate run; Jolly’s wife and Govoni’s son also worked in related companies/offices.
- Jolly has publicly distanced himself from Govoni and returned Govoni’s political contributions to the victims.
- The alleged fraud affected many victims who had settlements or trusts managed by Govoni’s nonprofit; some money disappeared and may not be recovered.
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