Kyle J. Tasker (born June 6, 1985) is an American politician who served in the New Hampshire House of Representatives. He courted controversy a number of times while in office, including an incident where he dropped a gun during a committee meeting and one where he joked on Facebook about domestic violence.[1][2] In 2016, during his third term, he was arrested on drug possession and sex crime charges and resigned a few days later.[3] It was later reported by the New Hampshire Attorney General's office that he sold marijuana to a number of his fellow lawmakers.[4] While released on bail, he was involved in a car accident and was rearrested for driving under the influence.[5]

Kyle Tasker
Member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives
In office
December 2, 2010 – March 9, 2016
Preceded byMaureen Mann
Succeeded byJim Nasser
ConstituencyRockingham 1 (2010–2012)
Rockingham 2 (2012–2016)
Personal details
Born (1985-06-06) June 6, 1985 (age 39)
Political partyRepublican
ResidenceNorthwood, New Hampshire

References

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  1. ^ Celock, John (March 20, 2012). "Kyle Tasker, New Hampshire State Legislator, Drops Gun During Committee Meeting". The Huffington Post. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
  2. ^ McDonough, Katie (March 12, 2014). "Republican state lawmaker jokes about 'battered women': 'I still eat mine plain'". Salon.com. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
  3. ^ "State rep accused of trying to lure teen resigns". The Eagle-Tribune. Associated Press. March 10, 2016. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
  4. ^ Rogers, Josh (September 30, 2016). "Attorney General Finds Ex-Rep. Kyle Tasker Sold Marijuana To Fellow Lawmakers". New Hampshire Public Radio. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
  5. ^ "Bail revoked for ex-Rep. Kyle Tasker in drug, sex case". Foster's Daily Democrat. Associated Press. December 9, 2016. Archived from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
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