The conservative Moms for Liberty co-founder, Bridget Ziegler, could face being ousted from the Sarasota County School Board following allegations of a sexual assault involving her husband, Florida GOP state chairman Christian Ziegler. The school board was set to vote on a resolution requesting Bridget Ziegler’s resignation due to the intense media scrutiny and distractions caused by the allegations.
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating a woman’s accusation that Christian Ziegler raped her, with the couple admitting to a prior sexual encounter with the accuser. Christian Ziegler maintains his innocence, stating the encounter was consensual. Despite calls from top Florida Republicans for him to step down as GOP chair, he refuses to do so.
Bridget Ziegler, who has been on the school board since 2014, did not respond to requests for comment on the resignation resolution. She has been active in conservative politics, advocating for laws like “Don’t Say Gay” and co-founding Moms for Liberty, aiming to promote conservative viewpoints in schools.
Critics, including state Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried, have called out the Zieglers for alleged hypocrisy, as their personal actions conflict with the conservative values they advocate for. The state GOP has scheduled a meeting to discuss Christian Ziegler’s future as party chair.
The Zieglers’ situation has sparked controversy and criticism, with ongoing investigations and legal battles clouding their political careers. The outcome of the school board’s vote and the state GOP meeting will likely have significant implications for the Zieglers’ political future.
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