POLITICSJul 31 · 17:34 UTCWGN9 CHICAGOJordan Muck

Former State Rep. Benton violated state law by committing acts of sexual harassment: IG report

A report from the Legislative Inspector General detailed alleged misconduct by Harry Benton, involving acts of sexual harassment that violated state law. The report also addresses scrutiny of Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch's handling of previous complaints.

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