Katy Padilla Stout, the Democratic nominee for Texas' 23rd Congressional District, is facing backlash for spending more than $4,300 on campaign-related items, including $675 on cookies, $1,289.22 at Total Wine, and $2,373.92 at Las Guitarras Cocina Mexicana. Her Republican opponent, Brandon Herrera, has launched an opposition website that highlights these expenses and questions her use of donor funds. The site also critiques her stances on various political issues. The Federal Election Commission reported these expenditures.
Key facts
- Katy Padilla Stout reported over $4,300 in campaign spending.
- $675 was spent on cookies for a campaign event.
- $1,289.22 was spent at Total Wine.
- $2,373.92 was spent at Las Guitarras Cocina Mexicana.
- Brandon Herrera created an opposition website criticizing Stout.
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