An ethics complaint filed last week alleges that Nevada Lt. Gov. Stavros Anthony improperly used his office’s social media presence to promote his newly published book for personal financial gain, potentially violating state ethics laws.
The complaint alleges Anthony promoted his book on social media using an account presented as his official lieutenant governor page, including a link directing users to the state’s website for his office. Under Nevada law, public officials are prohibited from using their positions, including government time, property, or equipment, to benefit themselves personally.
The complaint, filed by Lindsey Harmon, a political consultant and former executive director of Planned Parenthood Votes, argues the conduct could constitute a category E felony under a separate state statute governing misuse of public office.
The book, ‘Nights of Fire: An Account of Civil Unrest in Las Vegas During the Aftermath of the Rodney King Trial,’ was published on Nov. 27.
Following the filing of the complaint, Anthony made changes to his social media, changing the link to his campaign account.
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