A Missouri lawmaker has resigned from the state’s House of Representatives after a federal jury found her guilty of fraud and other charges that involve her medical practices in southern Missouri.
State Rep. Tricia Derges, a Republican who was elected in November 2020 to represent District 140 (Christian County), sent a resignation letter to Missouri House Speaker Rob Vescovo on July 1, according to the St. Louis Post Dispatch.
“It has truly been an honor to serve the citizens of the 140th District,” Derges, 64, wrote in the resignation letter, reported The Hill. “They are some of the finest people I have ever met. To be a part of the process that helped bring positive change to our community and to assist with many of the personal struggles of my constituents is something I will forever treasure.”…