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Johnson says he’d support ban on members of Congress dating staffers
House Speaker Mike Johnson supports a formal ban on members of Congress having romantic relationships with staffers, citing ethical concerns. Reports highlight instances of ethically questionable relationships involving legislators from both parties, including North Carolina Rep. Chuck Edwards and Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego. Johnson emphasized adherence to workplace standards similar to corporate America but avoided commenting on ongoing domestic violence allegations against GOP lawmakers.
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