‘You know I’m a congressional candidate,’ N.J. gym owner tells cops after DWI arrest, video shows

The New Jersey gym owner who gained national attention in 2020 for defying COVID-19 restrictions informed police that he was running for Congress after he was arrested March 27 on charges of drunken driving in Cinnaminson, video released by police Thursday from the traffic stop shows. “You know I’m a congressional candidate for this district, […]

Ian Smith, NJ gym owner who defied lockdown, boasted he was a ‘congressional candidate’ during DUI arrest

Shelli Sun

April 11, 2022

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The New Jersey gym-owner who made national headlines for defying the state’s COVID-19 restrictions and who is now running for congress made sure to tell...

Sugarman Auctions allegedly owes fmr. Clay Co. gym owner $76,000

Shelli Sun

February 16, 2022

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According to documents from CCSO's investigation, the auction company's owner had a history of “financial issues” stemming from real estate transactions. CLAY COUNTY, Fla. —...

Owner of Bellmawr’s Atilis Gym known for defying COVID-19 lockdown enters Republican primary in NJ’s 3rd Congressional District

Shelli Sun

February 10, 2022

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The owner of a Bellmawr gym who came to national attention when he and his business partner publicly defied New Jersey's COVID-19 lockdown rules is...

New Jersey gym owner who defied COVID closures running for US House seat

Shelli Sun

February 2, 2022

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A New Jersey gym owner who became known during the pandemic for defying the state’s COVID-19 closures is running for the U.S. House.Ian Smith, the...

NJ gym owner Ian Smith announces Congressional run

Shelli Sun

February 1, 2022

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A New Jersey gym owner who famously risked jail and financial ruin to remain open during lockdowns is now planning to run for Congress. Ian...

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