Vito Fossella Affair

New York Congressman Vito Fossella admitted having an extramarital affair, and fathering a child with former Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Laura Fay. The revelation came in May 2008, after Fossella was arrested for driving while intoxicated in Alexandria, Virginia, where Fay and the child reside.WashingtonPost.com: An Epic Downfall with Va. Roots (October 17, 2008)

Fossella's trial for the charge of drunk-driving, began on October 17, 2008. He was sentenced to serve 5 days in jail on the charge, despite arguments from his lawyers that more time was needed for toxicology reports, and that the breath-test used on Fossella was faulty.Associated Press: Congressman gets 5 days for drunken driving (December 8, 2008)

Fossella's admission of the affair with Fay came one week after he was arrested in Virginia on charges of driving under the influence. Questions were raised after Fossella said in a statement that he called Ray after his arrest. Reports said Fossella told authorities he was on his way to see his sick daughter.WashingtonPost.com: An Epic Downfall with Va. Roots (October 17, 2008)