They are guilty of more than just an extra marital affair. According to an internal Michigan House of Representatives report: State Reps. Todd Courser and Cindy Gamrat misused their positions as House members, staff and taxpayer resources hide their romance and benefit “their own political advantage,”
The report said Representative Courser and Representative Gamrat are not credible witnesses” because their comments conflicted with evidence and material presented by their three former staff members were deemed to be more accurate. A 40-page summary of the House Business Office’s investigation, revealed Courser’s attempt to cover-up the affair, details how the two used their offices for political gain and to maintain and cover-up their relationship.
From the press release: The Business Office found several examples of misconduct that are wholly inappropriate for a sitting lawmaker.Out of respect for the office, Representatives Courser and Gamrat should resign immediately. But because these two will not do the right thing for their constituents, for their families and for the House, we will now move forward with a select committee to examine their qualifications.