Kyle J. Tasker (born June 6, 1985) is an American politician who served in the New Hampshire House of Representatives. He courted controversy a number of times while in office, including an incident where he dropped a gun during a committee meeting and one where he joked on Facebook about domestic violence.[1][2] In 2016, during his third term, he was arrested on drug possession and sex crime charges and resigned a few days later.[3] It was later reported by the New Hampshire Attorney General's office that he sold marijuana to a number of his fellow lawmakers.[4] While released on bail, he was involved in a car accident and was rearrested for driving under the influence.[5]
Kyle Tasker | |
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| Member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives | |
| In office December 2, 2010 – March 9, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Maureen Mann |
| Succeeded by | Jim Nasser |
| Constituency | Rockingham 1 (2010–2012) Rockingham 2 (2012–2016) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 6, 1985 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence | Northwood, New Hampshire |
References
edit- ^ Celock, John (March 20, 2012). "Kyle Tasker, New Hampshire State Legislator, Drops Gun During Committee Meeting". The Huffington Post. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
- ^ McDonough, Katie (March 12, 2014). "Republican state lawmaker jokes about 'battered women': 'I still eat mine plain'". Salon.com. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
- ^ "State rep accused of trying to lure teen resigns". The Eagle-Tribune. Associated Press. March 10, 2016. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
- ^ Rogers, Josh (September 30, 2016). "Attorney General Finds Ex-Rep. Kyle Tasker Sold Marijuana To Fellow Lawmakers". New Hampshire Public Radio. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
- ^ "Bail revoked for ex-Rep. Kyle Tasker in drug, sex case". Foster's Daily Democrat. Associated Press. December 9, 2016. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
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