Despite being censured by the House of Representatives for repeated, egregious tax code violations, New York Democrat Charlie Rangel is playing H&R Block for his constituents, offering them tax tips.
The New York Daily News has the decidedly odd story:
Among the ethics violations for which the Harlem Democrat was punished by his colleagues just before Christmas was failing to pay taxes on his DominIcan villa. But Rangel nevertheless just emailed his latest “Rangel Report” featuring tax advice for constituents.
“On its face, Charlie Rangel giving tax advice is more than just ironic, it’s surreal,” said Baruch College politics maven Doug Muzzio.
“On the other hand, Charle Rangel knows the tax law, his constituents need tax advice and he can provide it,” Muzzio added. “It’s a service for his constituents.”
Rangel’s spokesman declined to comment on the mailing, except to note that he does it every year.
Next up: Bernie Madoff offers investment tips to his cell mates.
Source: New York Daily News
