http://thatschurch.com/2010/04/08/beeeeeeeoooooop/A University of Pittsburgh student intern had told prosecutors of widespread political campaigning inside the office on behalf of Orie's sister, Judge Melvin. The story also revealed the Orie's chief of staff had begun cooperating with investigators In April 2010, an Allegheny County grand jury indicted Orie and her sister, Janine Orie, on multiple charges of corruption. Pending a preliminary hearing scheduled for May 19, both defendants were released on their own recognizance, but they are prohibited from having non-business contacts with any of the witnesses in the case. Under Senate rules, a member who is charged with an offense related to his or her official duties must vacate any leadership position. Accordingly, following her indictment, Orie resigned from her position as whip in the Republican caucus.
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