Conditiongate

Conditiongate refers to a series of events in 2019 that involved the revelation of a political scandal in the United States. The scandal centered around the use of a private email server by then-Vice President Mike Pence, which was discovered during the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. The email server, known as "Condition," was set up by Pence's chief of staff, Rick Dearborn, to facilitate communication between Pence and his aides.

The scandal gained significant attention when it was reported that Pence had used the server to discuss sensitive matters, including the 2016 presidential election and the Russia investigation. This raised concerns about potential violations of federal laws and regulations regarding the handling of classified information.

The investigation into Conditiongate was conducted by the Office of Government Ethics (OGE) and the Department of Justice. The OGE found that Pence had violated federal ethics rules by using the private server for official business. The Department of Justice, however, did not pursue criminal charges against Pence, citing a lack of evidence of criminal intent.

The scandal had broader implications for the political landscape, as it highlighted the potential for misuse of private communication tools by high-ranking officials. It also raised questions about the oversight and enforcement of ethics rules for government officials. The events surrounding Conditiongate underscored the importance of transparency and accountability in public service.