Ray Holmberg to Plead Guilty in Child Abuse Case

Ray Holmberg, an 80-year-old former North Dakota senator, is set to plead guilty to charges related to child sexual abuse but has repeatedly violated the conditions of his pretrial release. Court records reveal Holmberg accessed the internet without approval, visited an adult novelty store, drank alcohol, and left his home without permission. He has acknowledged traveling to Prague multiple times between 2011 and 2016 for the purpose of engaging in sexual activities with minors. Holmberg's plea hearing is scheduled for August 8, 2024, with prosecutors expected to seek a prison sentence of around 37 months. Following his violations, U.S. Pretrial Services has indicated that Holmberg may not be considered a suitable candidate for self-surrender. The situation raises questions about whether he will remain at home or be taken into custody after his plea hearing.