Con Man To GOP Stars Finally Nabbed

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For years, “Bobby Thompson” flew in the highest circles of political power.

Photographed alongside President George W. Bush, Karl Rove, John Boehner and other GOP power brokers, ostensibly as a representative a veterans’ charity, “Thompson” was in the game.

Just one problem. It was all a scam.

“Thompson” was arrested last month after a years-long manhunt spanning multiple states. But still, no one knows who he really is.

Eric Lach unwinds the tale.

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