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Missouri candidate Thomas Ross arrested for alleged drug planting scheme

Thomas Ross, a Republican candidate in Missouri, has been arrested for allegedly attempting to frame his primary opponent, Louise Secker, for cocaine possession. Prosecutors state that Ross and his former campaign manager planned to place drugs in Secker's belongings.

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Thomas Ross, a Republican candidate in Missouri, has been arrested for allegedly attempting to frame his primary opponent, Louise Secker, for cocaine possession. Prosecutors state that Ross and his former campaign manager planned to place drugs in Secker's belongings.

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Missouri state legislative candidate accused of trying to plant cocaine on opponent

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Missouri candidate Thomas Ross arrested for alleged drug planting scheme