The Michigan Attorney General’s office has joined the investigation into former state House Speaker Lee Chatfield. Authorities are looking into allegations of financial misconduct and sexual assault.
Chatfield, a Republican from northern Michigan, served as the House leader during the 2019-2020 session of the Legislature.
A spokesperson for Attorney General Dana Nessel confirmed the department is assisting a Michigan State Police investigation -- but would provide no details on an open case. It’s not unusual for the state to become involved in cases that may involve multiple jurisdictions.
Chatfield’s sister-in-law has accused the former speaker of sexual assault while she was a teenager. Chatfield has acknowledged an affair, but says it was consensual and took place while she was an adult.