Stephanie Studebaker, Democratic candidate for Ohio's 3rd district seat - now held by Republican incumbent Mike Turner - has suspended her campaign after she and her husband were arrested for domestic violence, as the Associated Press' Dan Sewell reports:
A Democratic candidate for Congress suspended her campaign Monday after she and her husband were charged with domestic violence.
Stephanie Studebaker and her husband, Sam, were arrested Sunday night after deputies responded to calls about a fight in their home, police said. Each was released on $25,000 bond.Her campaign posted a brief message on its Web site Monday evening:
"Due to personal issues, the Studebaker for Congress campaign is suspending all campaign activities for the time being."
Studebaker, 45, a veterinarian and first-time political candidate, is running against Republican Rep. Mike Turner for the Dayton-area seat.
Read the rest at link above. Her mug shot is included.
Most analysts consider this a "Safe Republican" seat.
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