An earlier version of this article incorrectly characterized the expected resolution of the charges against Barry Bennett and Douglas Watts. Rather than pleading guilty, they are expected to enter a diversion agreement in which they admit their conduct and pay fines, and the charges are later removed from their records. The article has been corrected.
Democracy Dies in Darkness
Two GOP operatives prepare to admit to foreign lobbying charges
Barry Bennett and Douglas Watts were investigated for activities related to Qatari-funded advocacy
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Updated January 2, 2024 at 8:32 p.m. EST|Published January 2, 2024 at 6:14 p.m. EST