Sheriff Babeu: Romney

Rick Santorum Dept: Sheriff Babeu has stepped down from his volunteer position with the campaign so he can focus on the allegations against him. We support his decision, Romney spokeswoman Andrea Saul said in a statement, according to Globe and Mail. The allegations come as Mr. Romney is fighting to win the Feb. 28 primary in Arizona. He is the only candidate who is making a strong play in the state, although rival Rick Santorum and his allies have spent some money on TV ads. The GOP contenders are slated to debate in the state next week and mr. Babeu held a press conference Saturday and acknowledged he is gay. He denied the allegations of misconduct against him. Mr. Babeu, who has risen to national prominence with his strong opposition to illegal immigration, campaigned with Mr. Romney and was featured in robocalls in Iowa attacking Texas Gov. Rick Perry, who was then seeking the GOP nomination. He said he would continue his congressional campaign in Arizona. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.