UPDATED: Sherman Files Complaint Alleging Berman Consultant's Super PAC Involvement

In the midst of their political battle for the 30th Congressional District, Congressman Brad Sherman has filed a complaint alleging possible campaign rules violations in the camp of Congressman Howard Berman. 

Sherman's campaign said Monday that Berman's former consultant and campaign manager Jerry Seedborg may have coordinated with a super PAC in support of Berman's candidacy. 

Federal Elections Committee guidelines prohibit coordination between super PAC's and campaigns. 

Brandon Hall, senior adviser to Berman's campaign, released the following statement in response to the allegations: 

"Jerry Seedborg and our campaign formally parted ways months ago. This allegation is focused on Seedborg’s actions after our campaign severed ties with him. We have absolutely no coordination with any independent committee. Furthermore, we have confidence in the FEC and trust they will arrive at the same conclusion.

"This is simply another frivolous gimmick from Brad Sherman’s campaign. Sherman has served in Congress for 16 years and has only passed three bills, two of which were naming post offices. Given Sherman’s lacking record, it’s clear that he is relying on these gimmicks to distract voters from the simple truth the Howard Berman is a much more effective Congressman."

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