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Friday, May 25, 2012  South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is accusing House Speaker Bobby Harrell of inappropriately inserting himself into the House panel's probe into an ethics complaint against her.

Wednesday, May 23, 2012  The House Ethics Committee has asked for more employment information from South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley before deciding whether to reopen an ethics complaint against her.

Friday, May 18, 2012  The South Carolina House Ethics Committee is seeking more information as they consider whether to reopen an ethics complaint against Gov. Nikki Haley.

Tuesday, May 15, 2012  A state representative is asking a legislative panel to reconsider its decision dropping ethics charges against South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley.

Thursday, May 03, 2012  Gov. Nikki Haley has been cleared of charges she violated ethics laws while a member of the South Carolina House. A Haley spokesman called the allegations against the governor "made-up nonsense claims."

Friday, March 09, 2012  Former South Carolina Lt. Gov. Ken Ard has been sentenced to 5 years probation and a $5,000 fine after pleading guilty to seven counts of violating state ethics laws shortly after indictments were handed down Friday afternoon.

Monday, November 23, 2009  Embattled SC Gov. Mark Sanford faces 37 charges he broke state laws on travel, campaign cash