Here’s a news item from the Associated Press: BOISE, Idaho (AP) - Senate President Pro Tem Brent Hill has requested that legislative auditors investigate the travel expenses of two lawmakers facing allegations of having an extramarital affair. Hill told The Associated Press Thursday that auditors will begin reviewing the past three years of travel vouchers of Republicans Rep. Christy Perry, of Nampa, and Sen. Jim Guthrie, of McCammon. Accusations that Perry and Guthrie were involved in an affair first surfaced on a blog published Tuesday. Guthrie did not respond to requests for comment. A voicemail for Perry is currently full. Both lawmakers are seeking re-election.

The Idaho Press-Tribune has a full report here, including a statement from Perry, who told the Press-Tribune in a statement:

"I was once experiencing a profound crisis in my life. During that time I turned to a friend in the legislature and ultimately made a terrible mistake for which I am truly sorry for.

"This occurred approximately two years ago and my husband was made fully aware of all details. Our decision was to face our problems head on.

"We have been actively seeking help and guidance for quite some time and are fully committed to our marriage of 23 years, our family, and each other. It is our hope you can support us in our very personal decision.

"Unfortunately, someone has decided to use the past situation to launch a disgustingly brutal attack. Overall, it is NOT accurate and serves no positive purpose in the lives of the families involved or the political arena.

"I have worked incredibly hard in the Idaho legislature for my district and the state. I will let my reputation, my work on policy issues, my voting record, and work ethic speak for me."