Inappropriate Conduct

Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) ended his re-election bid after a House Ethics Committee recommended censure for 'unprofessional and inappropriate conduct' toward two female staffers. The report was released two days prior to his announcement.

The U.S. House Ethics Committee recommends censure for Rep. Chuck Edwards following an investigation into allegations of inappropriate conduct toward two young women who worked in his office. The committee found Edwards created a hostile work environment through a pattern of actions, though no explicit sexual comments or touching were proven. Both women left their positions at the U.S. House.

An ethics panel has recommended censuring Rep. Chuck Edwards for inappropriate conduct. The full House is expected to act on the recommendation in September.

A House GOP lawmaker is accused of sexually harassing two young female staffers in his office, including providing lavish gifts, making comments about their appearance, and arranging personal events, leading the House Ethics Committee to recommend a censure. The report details persistent unprofessional conduct, with the lawmaker denying intent to make sexual advances but acknowledging staff discomfort.

A second senior police official in St Paul has accused Democratic mayor Kaohly Her of sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct, creating a sexualized work environment. The allegations follow an earlier complaint by police chief Axel Henry and an ongoing inquiry into her behavior, reported by the Minnesota Star Tribune.

The U.S. Senate Ethics Committee dismissed a complaint against Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego, finding no evidence of violations. The complaint, filed by Florida Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, alleged campaign finance violations and inappropriate conduct. The committee retains authority to revisit the matter if new facts emerge.

A Tennessee school board member faced backlash and censure after placing his arm around a female student and calling her 'hot.' The incident sparked controversy over inappropriate conduct by a public official.