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FEC seeks hefty fine from former Vern Buchanan business partner over alleged campaign finance violation listen

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Florida’s is almost as well known for shady politics as it is for sunny beaches. One currently-brewing case involves a Sarasota-area member of Congress and a Jacksonville car dealership. The Federal Elections Commission wants to fine a former business partner of Republican US Representative over what they’re saying is a violation of campaign finance laws.

Last week, the Federal Elections Commission announced it’s seeking a fine of nearly $68,000 from former Hyundai of North Jacksonville ow...