House censures Rep. Chuck Edwards for conduct toward former female staffers - AP News
The House censured Rep. Chuck Edwards 413-2 after ethics investigators found persistent unprofessional conduct toward two young female staffers.
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Key points
From AP News’s report- House Ethics Committee found persistent unprofessional conduct toward two young female staffers.
- Edwards was censured by a 413-2 vote in the House.
- Chairman Michael Guest said there was no quid pro quo sexual harassment.
- Edwards apologized to the staffers and his family, denying sexual intent.
- He urged the investigation not to define him and noted he won’t seek reelection.
Why it matters. Ethics Chairman Michael Guest said the conduct was serious, but investigators found no quid pro quo sexual harassment.
What to watch. Edwards apologized, denied sexual intent, said he will not seek reelection, and asked that the investigation not define him.
Coverage
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Key points from AP News
- House Ethics Committee found persistent unprofessional conduct toward two young female staffers.
- Edwards was censured by a 413-2 vote in the House.
- Chairman Michael Guest said there was no quid pro quo sexual harassment.
- Edwards apologized to the staffers and his family, denying sexual intent.
- He urged the investigation not to define him and noted he won’t seek reelection.
Coverage
Oldest first · UTCSourceThe Washington PostUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Washington Post“House to vote on Rep. Chuck Edwards censure over ‘unprofessional conduct’ toward female staffers”
SourceAxiosUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Axios“House censures Chuck Edwards over "sexual harassment" of staff”
SourceAP NewsUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at AP News“House censures Rep. Chuck Edwards for conduct toward former female staffers - AP News”
Key points from AP News
- House Ethics Committee found persistent unprofessional conduct toward two young female staffers.
- Edwards was censured by a 413-2 vote in the House.
- Chairman Michael Guest said there was no quid pro quo sexual harassment.
- Edwards apologized to the staffers and his family, denying sexual intent.
- He urged the investigation not to define him and noted he won’t seek reelection.
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- Corroboration by independent outlets
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