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A man at the center of controversy in the Utica council endorsement kerfuffle fired back on Friday, saying sitting Councilwoman Katie Aiello is lying and is not liked by members of the Democrat committee.

Incumbent Democrat Utica Councilwoman Katie Aiello is questioning why her own party isn't backing her re-election campaign and is raising questions about a $500 cash gift that was offered by the fiance of the party's new pick for her seat.