GOP candidate gets busted allegedly trying to plant drugs on his political rival
Thomas Ross allegedly conspired to plant cocaine and Adderall in his Republican rival's purse, but his campaign manager wore a wire for the FBI.
TL;DR
- Republican candidate Thomas Christopher Ross charged with conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance.
- Allegedly planned to frame rival Louise Secker by planting drugs in her purse or car.
- Ross's former campaign manager alerted authorities and wore a wire during a sting operation.
- Ross reportedly agreed to the plan and discussed it via text messages.
- Missouri Republican Party chairman called for Ross to drop out of the race.
- Ross has until September 8th to withdraw from the November general election ballot.