Question

"Ma" Ferguson was accused of, but never charged nor convicted of:
• ordering the assassination of political opponents
• perjury
• abusing her powers
• accepting bribes in exchange for favors

Answer 1

"Ma" Ferguson, who served as the Governor of Texas, was indeed a controversial figure during her time in office. While she faced numerous accusations, including those related to political dealings and corruption, she was never formally charged or convicted of crimes such as ordering assassinations, perjury, abusing her powers, or accepting bribes. Much of the discourse surrounding her political career included accusations from her political opponents, reflecting the contentious nature of early 20th-century Texas politics.