They used fake profiles to prey on dozens of women, peppering them with false promises of romantic relationships, and then tricking them into sending money.

U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver, a Democrat, was charged by interim U.S. Atty. Alina Habba, a Republican appointed by President Trump, following the May 9 visit to Newark's Delaney Hall.

LaMonica McIver's attorney, former U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Paul Fishman, said the congresswoman maintains her innocence.