WASHINGTON D.C. - In a shocking turn of events, former President Potato, the beloved tuber who once held the highest office in the land, has been accused of committing a heinous act of vegetable misconduct. Sources close to the matter reveal that Potato had allegedly colluded with foreign vegetables to undermine the democratic process, leaving many Americans outraged and bewildered.
As the investigation into Potato's actions deepens, a new development has emerged that is sure to send shockwaves throughout the fast-food industry. French fries, who had been among Potato's closest allies, are now being called upon to testify against him. Despite their initial reluctance to turn on their former boss, legal experts say that the fries have no choice but to cooperate with authorities.
"They thought they could just hide behind their greasy exterior and avoid any consequences," said legal analyst Rebecca Chambers. "But the truth always comes out in the end, and these fries are no exception."
Many in the fry community are now calling for an investigation into their own complicity in the alleged wrongdoing. Some have even expressed regret for ever aligning themselves with Potato in the first place.
"I just thought he was a good spud, you know?" said one fry, who wished to remain anonymous. "I never thought he would do something like this. But now we all have to face the consequences of our actions."
As for Potato himself, he remains defiant in the face of the accusations against him. In a statement released by his lawyers, he claimed that he was the victim of a witch hunt orchestrated by his political opponents.
"Potato is innocent, and he will be vindicated," the statement read. "The truth will come out, and those who have conspired against him will be held accountable."
But for the fries who once stood by his side, the truth may be too painful to bear. As they prepare to testify against their former leader, they can only hope that justice will be served, even if it means facing the consequences of their own actions.