Ileana Ros-Lehtinen

GOP Rep. Promises Donors: 'I Would Turn To You For Advice'

Zachary Roth | April 23, 2010, 10:17AM

Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL)

Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL) has canceled a fundraiser after questions were raised about her promise of special access to donors.

The conservative lawmaker sent out an email last week inviting potential donors to "serve as a member of my advisory group by attending my April 27 dinner," and making a $2,500 contribution. It continued: "When the GOP regain[s] the majority, I would turn to you for advice on pertinent issues affecting our nation."

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