Heastie rapidly gained the
support of his colleagues over the last several days, even as reports surfaced of his
heavy per diem use and the intersection of his campaigns donors and those who receive member
items.
Nolan demurred, too, when asked if lawmakers should reconsider their
support for Heastie given reports about his high rate of reimbursement for per diem expenses, missed votes,
heavy reliance on itemized campaign finance expenditures (which drew the attention of the now - defunct Moreland Commission), as well as member
items being directed to campaign donors.