Source: Fox News
Summary
Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., is facing an investigation by the House Ethics Committee over allegations of sexual misconduct toward at least two younger female staffers. Edwards, 65, has denied any wrongdoing, calling the allegations “baseless” and “designed to impact the campaign.” The investigation comes as Edwards faces a competitive re-election challenge in November’s midterm elections. The House Ethics Committee has not publicly announced its investigation, which could take months or years to complete.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Rep. Chuck Edwards welcomes the ethics inquiry, saying it allows for facts to be entered into the record. He denies any wrongdoing, calling the allegations “baseless” and “designed to impact the campaign.” The House Ethics Committee investigation comes as Edwards faces a competitive re-election challenge. The committee’s probe could take months or years to complete. The allegations against Edwards are part of a string of lawmakers facing sexual misconduct allegations this year.
It’s business as usual in Washington, where allegations of misconduct are met with familiar denials and investigations that can drag on for years.
Author: Evan Null
