Breaking Marcia Fudge asked for leniency for wife beater who just killed his ex wife

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Fudge's abrupt change appears to be tied to a story breaking in Cleveland on Tuesday.

https://www.politico.com/story/2018/11/20/fudge-letter-criminal-case-1008215

Democratic Rep. Marcia Fudge sent a letter several years ago supporting a former state lawmaker and judge in Ohio who is now accused of killing his ex-wife, an incident that could play out in the contest over the next speaker of the House.

Fudge asked for leniency in sentencing for Lance Mason in a 2015 letter after Mason admitted to brutally beating his then-wife, Aisha Fraser. On Saturday, Mason was arrested in connection with Fraser's death.

The case could become a political problem for Fudge, who had been considering challenging Nancy Pelosi for speaker in the next Congress until announcing Tuesday afternoon that she would not. Regardless, Fudge is now tied to a criminal case that is dominating headlines back in Cleveland.

Mason previously served nine months in prison for beating up Fraser, a sixth-grade teacher, in front of their daughters. He's now been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with Fraser’s death, according to the Shaker Heights Police Department. Mason injured a police officer while trying to drive away from the scene of the incident, according to news reports.

Mason almost killed his ex wife in 2014 when he forcefully struck his wife more than 20 times in front of their children giving her substantial head injuries requiring surgery.

This is what Fudge wrote at the time:

“The Lance T. Mason that I know is a kind, intelligent man and loyal friend,” Fudge said. “The Lance T. Mason that I know is an advocate for the people of his community. Whether as a Country Prosecutor, State Senator, or Common Pleas Judge. He is well respected and well liked.”

Fudge added: “Lance Mason is a good man who made a very bad mistake. I can only hope you can see in Lance what I and others see.”

Mason's sister called the police stating that her brother had just stabbed his ex wife to death. Mason injured a police officer leaving the scene.

The one quality that stands out the most about Speaker to be Pelosi is that she is absolutely trustworthy, has excellent judgment and that there are no skeletons in her closet. Pelosi will get the job done and never create unnecessary controversy to undermine our agenda. Further she will ensure that the most capable person will be in place to carry on after she steps down.

[JonLP24]

1. This came out earlier

After it did she threw her support behind Pelosi.

[Loki Liesmith]

2. The Pelosi machine plays hardball

Damn that’s impressive.

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3. Pelosi had nothing to do with it, this is a major story breaking in Cleveland

Mason murdered his wife on Saturday, and is still waiting for charges

https://jezebel.com/disgraced-judge-who-got-9-months-for-assaulting-aisha-f-1830560538

[Loki Liesmith]

6. Don't burst my bubble.

I like a political knife fighter.

[grantcart]

8. me too lol. This time Pelosi didn't have to even bring out her knives, Fudge slipped and fell on

her own knife.

[JonLP24]

9. Local Celeveland reporter dug this up

I think her recent push probably motivated to dig something up.

[grantcart]

12. The murder only just happened on Saturday. The letter was public record

Fudge knew it was going to be coming out and she issued her own statement very quickly.

[George II]

13. You think Rep. Fudge is clairvoyant and knew this was going to happen years ago?

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20. Before she wrote the letter he had beaten Aisha in front of their children

so badly she needed reconstructive surgery. It isn't a massive leap to think he might kill her some day. It was a breathtaking lapse in judgement by Rep Fudge to have written that letter.

[Wintryjade]

15. Damn impressive. Right? I am confident she can even step into the role of Pres.,

If need be. Let us not forget, as we hear things ramping up from Mueller, House Speaker becomes second in line for Pres.

That matters to me. That seems to be the adult thing to do, especially in a nation of little kids.. I can sure use someone in Leadership role that doesn't throw tantrums, but deals with the little two year old. Effectively. Didn't I hear Obama mention "mommy" issues today? How ironic. Pelosi gets it. Warren gets it. HRC gets it. What is the commonality?

Bullies abound.

[redstateblues]

4. Looks like she will be primaried

[Doreen]

5. I have no place in my life to support a woman who puts other

women into danger. She should know better.

[uponit7771]

7. The letter of support of the accused judge was sent several years ago. I still don't understand why

... she would think going after Pelosi's seat was a smart idea.

Damn, lets get smart people in the government

[grantcart]

10. Linda Sanchez's husband is under felony arrest for misusing federal funds and she signed the letter

While we have many very talented representatives some are not.

That's why it is so important when you have someone as trustworthy as Pelosi that we support them.

I trust Pelosi.

[uponit7771]

18. +1

[Codeine]

11. Now this is a person who needs to be primaried. nt

[demmiblue]

14. Good lawd... and now she has a subcommittee chair position.

I hope she is primaried the next go around.

[Demsrule86]

16. A relative of the poor woman who was murdered goes to our church. She asked for prayer...

so terrible.

[DeminPennswoods]

17. Rep Fudge has also just withdrawn her run against Pelosi

per MSNBC.

[grantcart]

19. Kick