Democrat State Rep Busted by Feds: Allegedly Used Stolen Cash for Psychic Services, Luxury Purchases, and Campaign Funds

The Department of Justice has arrested Massachusetts State Representative Christopher Flanagan, a Democrat, on federal charges stemming from an elaborate fraud and cover-up scheme that allegedly saw him siphoning tens of thousands of dollars for personal indulgences — including psychic consultations — and political self-gain.

According to the DOJ, Flanagan, 37, of Dennis, now faces five counts of wire fraud and one count of falsifying records. He pleaded not guilty Friday afternoon in federal court in Boston and was released, as first reported by CBS News.

Flanagan, despite holding two well-paid positions — as a Massachusetts lawmaker and the executive director of the Cape Cod Home Builders Association (HBA), where he earned up to $81,600 in addition to his $100,945 state salary — was allegedly drowning in credit card debt, mortgage delinquencies, and overdraft fees.

Prosecutors allege that between November 2021 and January 2023, Flanagan embezzled $36,000 from the HBA through five separate wire transfers. He then allegedly fabricated fake identities and documents in a desperate attempt to cover his tracks and mislead those investigating his activities.

U.S. Attorney Leah Foley condemned Flanagan’s actions in a blistering statement:

“Today’s charges against Massachusetts State Representative Christopher Flanagan reveal an appalling breach of public trust... He allegedly stole money and then went to extraordinary lengths to cover it up, going so far as fabricating fake personas... No one is entitled to power by way of fraud, and the people of Massachusetts deserve better.”

The damning indictment accuses Flanagan of using the stolen money to pay personal bills, purchase luxury items, and illegally finance his political campaign — a direct violation of both ethical and legal standards expected of elected officials.

Inspector Ketty Larco-Ward of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service echoed that sentiment:

“Flanagan’s egregious betrayal... and his deplorable actions of lining his own pockets for personal or political reasons are unacceptable... The people of Massachusetts deserve better.”

The IRS also weighed in, emphasizing the abuse of political power for personal enrichment:

“Flanagan failed his constituents, who trusted in him to uphold the law, by using embezzled funds to become a State Representative,” said Acting Special Agent Thomas Demeo.

According to the DOJ, each count of wire fraud carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, along with supervised release and a $250,000 fine. The falsification of records charge carries the same potential penalties.

This high-profile arrest marks yet another black eye for a Democrat Party already mired in ethical scandals, raising fresh questions about Democratic leadership’s integrity and accountability — especially as President Donald J. Trump’s second term continues to prioritize law and order, transparency, and draining the swamp.