SAN DIEGO—In his first public statement since leaving the state to enter a rehabilitation clinic, former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher officially resigned from the position on May 15, apologizing for his actions but denying he committed any crimes.
Fletcher announced on March 29 his plans to resign, while also admitting to an affair with a Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) employee who is suing him for alleged sexual assault and harassment.
“I own, unequivocally, the responsibility for making the mistake of engaging in consensual interactions with someone outside of my marriage,” he said in a statement to constituents on May 15. “And while I strenuously deny the allegations you have no doubt heard levied against me, I apologize for letting down so many people important to me—my family, staff, constituents, supporters, and friends….