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Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick Accuses Opponent Bob Harvie of Ongoing FBI Probe
7/29/2026, 10:20:55 PM
Fitzpatrick’s FBI Investigation Claim
During a news conference on the Capitol in Washington, D.C., on March 6, 2024, Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) asserted that his Democratic challenger, Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie, is “under FBI investigation” for corruption. He offered no public evidence and noted that Harvie testified before a grand jury in 2022, but did not specify whether Harvie was a target or a witness.
Political Stakes and District Background
Fitzpatrick represents a Democratic-leaning district north of Philadelphia that voted for Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election. He is one of only three Republicans holding a seat that favored a Democratic presidential candidate, making the race a focal point for Democrats seeking to recapture the House. —which funds border security and aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
Official Statements & Responses
- The FBI declined to comment on whether Harvie is the subject of any investigation.
- Harvie denied the allegation, stating he appeared before the grand jury solely as a witness.
- He suggested Harvie should release any related files, adding that a lawsuit could be filed, though such legal action would likely extend beyond the election timeline.
