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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia news anchor Renee Chenault-Fattah is leaving her job as her congressman-husband prepares for his federal racketeering trial. Chenault-Fattah is referenced in the July indictment but was not charged over the alleged sham sale of her Porsche. Federal prosecutors say a lobbyist paid $18,000 for the car without it ever changing hands. They call the transaction a bribe. Chenault-Fattah says the sale was legitimate. She has been on leave from WCAU-TV for six months. She announced her departure in a Facebook post Tuesday but said she is "excited ... about the opportunities that await." U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah Sr. goes on trial May 2. The 11-term Philadelphia Democrat vows to clear his name. The station tells The Philadelphia Inquirer that Chenault-Fattah remains "a friend and valued colleague" after 24 years.

News anchor leaves job as trial of congressman-spouse looms