GOP donor Lazzaro denied release after federal court hearing

New details about the charges against Anton Lazzaro emerged in court as he sought release from custody pending trial. His arrest on sex trafficking charges contributed to upheaval in the state Republican Party’s leadership. This is an MPR News morning update for Wednesday, August 25, 2021. Hosted by Phil Picardi.

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