Pennsylvania Democrat settles long-running $55,500 family debt dispute

Bob Brooks, a Democratic congressional candidate in Pennsylvania’s 7th District, has settled a yearslong financial dispute with his former motherinlaw, according to court filings. The case involved a $55,500 debt tied to a 2004 land transaction and later documented in a 2008 promissory note with interest. Court records said Brooks did not make the required payments, and a judge later ruled in favor of the creditor. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed. Brooks’ attorney said the matter had been resolved amicably and declined to comment further. The dispute surfaced as Brooks competes in one of the country’s closely watched House races ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.