Former US Sen. Krysten Sinema sued by Moore County woman for alienation of affection

Former US Sen. Krysten Sinema sued by Moore County woman for alienation of affection

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Key Points:

  • Heather Ammel, a Moore County woman, is suing former Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema for alienation of affection, alleging Sinema had a romantic relationship with her then-husband, Matthew Ammel, who was part of Sinema's security team.
  • The lawsuit claims Heather Ammel found messages between Sinema and her husband that were romantic and inappropriate, leading to the couple's separation on November 1, 2024.
  • Heather Ammel filed for divorce on January 7, 2025, and is seeking over $25,000 in compensatory damages for emotional distress and family disruption, as well as over $25,000 in punitive damages.
  • Kyrsten Sinema served as a U.S. Senator