Rep. Chuck Edwards faces House ethics investigation over harassment allegations

WASHINGTON — The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina over allegations that he created a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment. Edwards, serving his second term in the House, said he welcomed the inquiry and planned to fully cooperate with the committee. “I am … Read more

House Ethics Committee investigating sexual harassment allegations against Rep. Chuck Edwards

The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., over allegations that he “may have created or fostered a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment.” Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The announcement follows reports that Edwards was being scrutinized … Read more

Republican lawmaker welcomes House Ethics probe into sexual misconduct allegations against him

Rep. Nancy Mace demands accountability for Swalwell sexual misconduct Sexual misconduct allegations rock Capitol Hill as Congresswoman Nancy Mace criticizes media and Democrats for reportedly ignoring years of rumors about Eric Swalwell. An accuser claims Swalwell drugged, raped, and choked her, leading Mace to demand resignations from all alleged congressional predators. Mace also discusses Iran … Read more

Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI seen as a ‘test case’ for AI ethics

A dispute between ChatGPT’s parent company, OpenAI, and one of the company’s founders – billionaire and tech entrepreneur Elon Musk – will play out in a federal court in Oakland, California, beginning April 27.  Mr. Musk, who left the company in 2018, is suing OpenAI, claiming its leaders manipulated him into thinking he was contributing … Read more

Florida Dem filed for reelection days before resignation as House Ethics Committee ramped up pressure

House ethics probes mount as Democrat rep resigns, GOP rep faces expulsion vote Florida Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns just before her expulsion hearing, facing ethics probes. This news leads to discussions about other members of Congress facing scrutiny, including Republican Rep. Cory Mills and Democrat Rep. Ilhan Omar. Mills faces a potential expulsion vote over … Read more

Reporter’s Notebook: Spring cleaning resignations rock House as ethics storm builds

Multiple resignations shake up House of Representatives Fox News chief congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reports on a wave of House departures, including resignations and the death of Rep. David Scott, D-Ga., as the Senate faces off over funding for I.C.E. and Border Patrol on ‘Special Report.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! It’s … Read more

Rep. Cory Mills says he won’t resign from Congress amid ethics probe into misconduct allegations

WASHINGTON — Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla., struck a defiant tone Tuesday in saying he has no plans to resign over a House Ethics Committee investigation and bipartisan pressure for him to leave Congress. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “If someone can give me a good … Read more

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns before facing ethics panel meeting

Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida resigned from Congress Tuesday moments before a House Ethics Committee meeting to determine whether any punishment was warranted for her alleged misconduct. She has been charged with stealing nearly $5 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency funds for her campaign and pleaded not guilty. Source link

Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns amid Ethics probe

WASHINGTON — Embattled Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., resigned on Tuesday, moments before the House Ethics Committee was set to consider whether to recommend she be expelled from Congress. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Last month, the Ethics panel found her guilty of 25 ethics violations … Read more