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Trouble for State Rep. Carl Trujillo
Laura Bonar, a seasoned advocate at the New Mexico State Capitol, has accused Nambé State Rep. Carl Trujillo of sexually harassing and abusing her during the 2013 and 2014 legislative sessions.
In an open letter to Trujillo that was also sent to local media outlets, Bonar called on the Democrat to step down.
"I don't want your money. I don't want your apology. I simply want you to resign," Bonar writes.
The revelation comes as Trujillo is locked in a bitter primary battle with Andrea Romero for his legislative seat. The winner of the June 5 primary election will be the presumptive state representative since no Republicans are on the ballot.
Read more: https://www.sfreporter.com/news/2018/05/02/trouble-for-trujillo/