GOP congressman Trey Radel charged with cocaine possession The Tea Party gets its own Rob Ford

Florida freshman Republican Trey Radel was arrested on October 29 in Washington, D.C. for cocaine possession, according to a Politico report.

On Tuesday, Radel, a former radio host who was elected with significant Tea Party support, was was charged with misdemeanor possession of cocaine.

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He faces a maximum of 180 days in jail, as well as a potential fine of as much as $1,000.

Radel's office declined Politico's request for comment.

Update — Radel's office has released the following statement: