Club for Growth funds Mark Lamb's Arizona bid despite swinger allegations.

A conservative organization is pouring significant funds into Mark Lamb's congressional bid after allegations surfaced that he and his wife are swingers who disrupted a friend's marriage. The Club for Growth, a libertarian nonprofit, has committed $250,000 during the final stretch of the campaign to support Lamb in the July 21 primary. This financial push aims to counter negative narratives despite reports from multiple women accusing the candidate of extramarital affairs and sending inappropriate messages.

Mark Lamb, fifty-three years old, runs as a Trump-endorsed Republican seeking to represent Arizona's fifth district. Campaign ads highlight his law enforcement background, claiming he hunted cartels and arrested traffickers while securing full presidential support. Supporters released polling data suggesting sixty percent voter approval even amidst these controversies, which the sheriff has dismissed as outright lies. His opponent, Daniel Keenan, a construction firm owner entering politics for the first time, has aggressively targeted Lamb using the scandal in his advertising efforts.

Keenan's campaign materials label Lamb a disgrace and unfit for public office, though President Trump has neither withdrawn his endorsement nor indicated any hesitation about supporting the candidate. The Daily Mail contacted Keenan for comment regarding these developing events, but no response was immediately available at the time of reporting. Meanwhile, investigations continue to examine how private lifestyle choices affect political trust within local communities.

The scandal centers on claims that Lamb and his wife, Janel, involved their close friend Jillian Stannard's husband in an affair that led to divorce proceedings. Stannard alleges they participated in a swinging club arrangement orchestrated by the former Pinal County sheriff. These accusations paint a starkly different picture than the family man image Lamb projects publicly during election cycles across the state.

Further troubling reports emerged in May detailing how Lamb allegedly sent flirtatious texts and explicit photos to numerous women over time. In one specific incident involving Tammy Peacock, he reportedly threatened state police intervention if she shared his private messages online. He claimed authority to control the Arizona Department of Public Safety and warned that posting such content constituted a fourth-degree felony under state law. These actions contradict his public persona while raising serious questions about accountability for elected officials involved in such behavior.

Mark Lamb has firmly denied allegations of sexual impropriety, with his legal team characterizing recent accusations as false, baseless, and harmful to his reputation. This denial comes amidst a surge of reports detailing an allegedly double life that contradicts the conservative family man image he has cultivated throughout his political career. The Arizona Republic published extensive documentation, including dozens of alleged sexually explicit messages and images originating from Lamb's personal phone and social media accounts, both before and after he assumed office as sheriff in 2017.

Central to these reports are claims involving Tammy Peacock, who alleges she was involved in a long-term extramarital affair with the married lawman. According to the allegations, Lamb reportedly attempted to silence her by threatening to prosecute her for revenge porn charges if she disclosed their relationship. These accusations are part of a broader pattern described by multiple women who claim Lamb engaged in sexual trysts while serving as sheriff and sent provocative content to others outside his marriage alongside his wife, Janel.

The controversy extends beyond mere rumors; specific instances have been documented in screenshots allegedly retrieved from Lamb's devices. In one instance, Lamb is pictured flexing his muscles shirtless, accompanied by a response from a female recipient stating, "Oh I want to taste your sweat." Another accuser, Stannard, reported that Lamb abruptly showed her a black-and-white image of his penis without prior context. Peacock's infatuation with the sheriff allegedly reached such a point that she received a tattoo depicting his police badge.

Andrew Gould, a former Arizona Supreme Court justice currently supporting Lamb's campaign, acknowledged to the Republic that rumors surrounding these behaviors have circulated online for years. Gould argued that these stories are often repeated without verification, serving primarily to inflict reputational and political damage. A bombshell report published by The Daily Mail highlights this stark contrast between Lamb's public persona as a pillar of conservative values, featured in his 2020 memoir *American Sheriff: Traditional Values in a Modern World*, and the private conduct alleged by these accusers. Janel Lamb has also authored a book titled *The Sheriff's Wife: Holding It All Together Behind the Scenes in Politics*. Despite their membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, reports suggest the couple is open about their sexual activity within a small circle of friends and frequently shared nude photos with others.

The impact of these allegations has historically haunted Lamb's political ambitions. During his 2020 re-election campaign for sheriff, his opponent utilized mailers branding him a "sexual predator" and "pervert." The rival campaign further amplified these claims by distributing flyers on car windshields across Pinal County, accusing Lamb of sending pornographic images to women and threatening complainants. A legal filing reviewed by media outlets indicates that allegations regarding Lamb's private life are well-known within Arizona circles. Beth Goulden, chair of the Arizona Sex Offender Management Board, recounted comments made by then-Pinal County Prosecuting Attorney Brad Miller, who allegedly boasted about the situation. In a sexual discrimination filing, Goulden alleged that Miller told her, "You know Mark and Janel are swingers," and added, "Mark sends dick pics to women."

In response to these developing stories, Lamb expressed confusion regarding his inclusion in certain legal documents, telling the Phoenix New Times, "I don't know how my name ended up in it." He further noted that while people often say nasty things about politicians, the current situation involves specific claims of impropriety. His wife reportedly supports his stance on these matters as well. As the story unfolds, the potential risk to community trust and the integrity of law enforcement remains a significant concern for observers monitoring the case. The Daily Mail has reached out to both Lamb's campaign and Andrew Gould for further comment regarding these serious accusations.

Former Arizona Sheriff Paul Lamb faces intense scrutiny over a barrage of sexual misconduct allegations that threaten his political future. At the center of the controversy are private texts obtained by The Republic from three women and a former campaign employee, each bringing distinct claims against him. One accuser stated that ninety-five percent of public narratives about her experience were untrue, expressing confusion at being targeted in such discussions. She described receiving graphic images, including close-up photos of male genitalia with offers to measure them, alongside explicit pictures sent directly to her phone. In another message, she claimed Lamb sent an image of a couple having sex and asked her to imagine herself as the participant while adding a devil emoji.

A Colorado law enforcement officer detailed how she connected with Lamb through his campaign social media before arranging a sexual encounter. Screenshots reportedly show him telling her he was comfortable with excessive flirting and that she never needed to worry about offending him. Meanwhile, The Republic secured these troves of correspondence from former staff members who came forward for various personal reasons. Despite these revelations, the Lambs have repeatedly denied being swingers, with Lamb insisting in interviews that he remains faithful to his wife alone. This denial stands even as reports suggest he maintained simultaneous affairs and online relationships with multiple women at once.

One former Colorado corrections officer named Cassie Hartbauer claimed she was one of three concurrent lovers Lamb pursued simultaneously. During his tenure as sheriff, he allegedly pushed for criminal charges against two other women who exposed his private antics on social media. Former Pinal County Attorney Kent Volkmer alleged that Lamb instructed the county attorney's office to explore charging these women after a cursory investigation yielded no results. Peacock asserted she had been in an affair with him for years, eventually getting a tattoo of his sheriff's badge on her body. Their communications reportedly bordered on obsession, featuring frequent exchanges of topless selfies and raunchy text messages. When Peacock did not reply instantly, Lamb allegedly sent anxious messages asking if she was still alive.

Another woman who passed away in a 2021 car crash alleged that Lamb retaliated against her by launching investigations into false claims, including domestic violence reports involving her son throwing bricks. Volkmer dismissed these accusations as lacking credibility, arguing her bizarre behavior undermined any threats of revenge porn charges she made. Yvonne Belloc also publicly accused Lamb of wrongdoing, claiming he sided with the father in a bitter custody dispute regarding their children. Her anger drove her to air allegations from Peacock and Stannard on social media while sharing vast amounts of alleged messages and pictures.

With President Trump's endorsement, Lamb stands as the presumptive nominee for Arizona's fifth Congressional District, a deep-red seat he is expected to win easily if nominated. However, swirling allegations about his private life now threaten to damage his campaign significantly. These controversies have also knocked his standing with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which investigated him and his wife in 2018 after similar concerns arose. While Lamb and his wife built a public image centered on his time as sheriff, both published political memoirs based on that law enforcement experience. As he campaigns for Congress, these unresolved personal accusations risk overshadowing his professional achievements and legal credentials.