Mark Lamb, a former sheriff of Pinal County, Arizona, is facing allegations of sexual misconduct during his campaign for Congress. Lamb, who is endorsed by former President Donald Trump, is running for the congressional seat vacated by Rep. Andy Biggs, who is pursuing a gubernatorial bid. His primary opponent, Daniel Keenan, has highlighted these allegations in campaign advertisements.
An investigation by the Arizona Republic revealed that Lamb may have engaged in inappropriate communications with multiple women over several years. The report indicates that when some women attempted to report their experiences, Lamb allegedly threatened to use his law enforcement position to retaliate against them.
The investigation included communications dating back to 2016, involving three women who claim to have had affairs with Lamb, as well as a former campaign staffer. One of the women, Tammy Peacock, reportedly exchanged explicit messages and photographs with Lamb during his first campaign for sheriff in 2016. Lamb has denied these claims, describing Peacock as a troubled supporter.
Another woman, Jillian Stannard, alleged that her husband had an affair with Lamb's wife, facilitated by Lamb himself. Stannard's account suggests a consensual nonmonogamous relationship. Additionally, Cassie Hartbauer, another woman, stated that she backed out of a planned meeting with Lamb due to concerns about his marital status.
While Lamb has denied all allegations, the Pinal County attorney's office conducted an investigation but found no criminal wrongdoing. However, it noted that a previous investigation by another county attorney was inadequate. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, of which Lamb is a member, also conducted an investigation into the allegations made against him.