Harry Benton

Illinois House Speaker Emanuel 'Chris' Welch is expressing regret over his handling of former state lawmaker Harry Benton's sexual harassment case. Welch acknowledges shortcomings in addressing the allegations against Benton.

The legislative inspector general report on Harry Benton has been released. Governor Pritzker discusses the likelihood of state funding for Chicago Public Schools.

A legislative ethics report has detailed allegations of sexual harassment against Harry Benton, an Illinois state representative. The report highlights extensive claims made against him.

A report from the Illinois Legislative Inspector General found former State Rep. Harry Benton committed two acts of sexual harassment in violation of state law.

An inspector general found that former Illinois Rep. Harry Benton committed two acts of sexual harassment. The findings are detailed in a new report released by the Illinois Legislative Inspector General.

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.

Illinois Democrats are considering their next steps following the Harry Benton sexual harassment investigation. Illinois House Speaker Emanuel 'Chris' Welch faces questions about his knowledge of the investigation. Benton resigned after a legislative inspector general report detailed harassment accusations.

Illinois GOP candidate Aaron Del Mar discusses ethics scandals involving Illinois House Democrats, including former Rep. Harry Benton and Rep. Carol Ammons. He outlines reforms with gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey, addresses the Legislative Inspector General's report, and supports public records laws for non-profits receiving state grants.

Republican candidate Aaron Del Mar discusses ethics scandals involving Illinois House Democrats Harry Benton and Carol Ammons. He outlines reforms with gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey, addresses releasing the Legislative Inspector General's report, and supports public records laws for non-profits receiving state grants.

Governor Pritzker is urging the release of the full ethics report on Harry Benton. The Chicago Teachers Union is actively opposing Jessica Biggs' campaign for the Chicago School Board.

Gov. Pritzker is demanding the release of the full ethics report on Harry Benton, former State Rep. The governor stated Thursday that the state should publish the complete findings of the investigation.

Disgraced ex-legislator Harry Benton resigned following unspecified misconduct allegations, with Governor JB Pritzker stating he made the right decision. The resignation was prompted by a report from Legislative Inspector General Mike McCuskey, leading Illinois House Speaker Emanuel Welch to halt expulsion proceedings.

Will County, Illinois Democrats are moving to replace Harry Benton after undisclosed ethics findings led to his resignation. This follows undisclosed ethics findings that led to his resignation.

Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigned from office amid an ethics inquiry. The allegations leading to the inquiry remain undisclosed, with questions still lingering.

State Rep. Harry Benton has resigned from the Illinois House amid an investigation, according to Capitol News Illinois.

State Rep. Harry Benton has resigned from the Illinois House, according to Capitol News Illinois. The resignation follows an ethics investigation, as reported by news outlets.

Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton (D-97th District) has resigned amid allegations of sexual harassment.

State Rep. Harry Benton resigned amid allegations of misconduct described as 'outrageous, unethical, and unbecoming' by Illinois House Speaker Emanuel Welch. The resignation followed an investigation by Legislative Inspector General Mike McCuskey, with sources indicating the accusations involved sexual harassment. The report's findings are sealed, and Welch acknowledged multiple alleged victims.

Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling has announced his retirement, initiating a search for his replacement. State Rep. Harry Benton faces calls to resign following an investigation into alleged misconduct.

Illinois House Speaker Emanuel Welch calls on state Rep. Harry Benton to resign over undisclosed misconduct allegations revealed in a sealed watchdog report. The allegations, which sources describe as including sexual harassment, involve multiple victims and could lead to Benton's expulsion from the House if he does not resign. Legislative Inspector General Mike McCuskey's findings remain confidential, pending a formal response from Welch and Benton.

Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch is calling on Rep. Harry Benton to resign following an ethics investigation that found 'outrageous' and 'unethical' conduct. Welch threatened to initiate expulsion proceedings if Benton refuses to resign.