Roy Moore accuser says she was not paid to tell her story

washington — A woman accusing Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore of initiating sexual contact when she was 14 said on Monday she was “absolutely not” paid to tell her story publicly.

The declaration by Leigh Corfman comes after Moore’s supporters claimed without evidence that reporters were offering thousands of dollars to women for accusations. The state election is being closely watched, as several GOP senators have called Moore to drop out, and President Donald Trump remains mostly quiet on the issue.

“My bank account has not flourished,” Corfman told NBC’s “Today” show. “If anything it’s gone down because I’m not working.”

Corfman said Moore’s stature in Alabama — he was a noted attorney who went on to become a powerful judge — that prevented her from coming forward years ago.

Moore has denied allegations of sexual misconduct. Nevertheless, his victory in the December 12 special election would saddle GOP senators with a colleague accused of abusing and harassing teenagers, a troubling liability heading into the 2018 congressional elections.

Republicans hold a 52-48 edge in the Senate, and the narrow majority has already made it difficult for Republicans to push through its agenda. Moore’s name cannot be removed from the ballot even if he withdraws from the race, though a write-in campaign remains possible. — AP

my bank account has not flourished. If anything it’s gone down because I’m not working.”

Leigh Corfman