DC councilmember discovers theft from campaign

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A D.C. councilmember says a longtime campaign operative has been stealing money from his campaign account.

Councilmember Michael Brown issued a statement Thursday saying that he discovered the theft while personally reviewing his campaign finance reports. He says he immediately contacted D.C. police, who are now investigating.

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