New Hampshire Officials Indicted on Felony Charges

Geno Marconi, the director of the New Hampshire Division of Ports and Harbors, has been indicted on multiple felony charges, including witness tampering and falsifying evidence, amid an ongoing investigation into his conduct. His wife, Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi, a Supreme Court Associate Justice, has also been indicted for allegedly trying to interfere with the investigation by soliciting political influence from Governor Chris Sununu. Both Marconis face serious legal repercussions, with Geno facing up to seven years in prison for his felony charges, while Hantz is charged with two felonies and five misdemeanors. Bradley Cook, chair of the Ports and Harbors Advisory Council, was indicted for perjury related to his testimony about communications with Geno Marconi. The indictments highlight a broader controversy involving alleged misconduct and political entanglements within the state's governance, particularly concerning a halted development project opposed by Geno Marconi. The situation continues to evolve, with both Marconis currently on paid leave from their respective positions.