Texas House Committee Recommends Expulsion of Rep. Bryan Slaton for Sexual Misconduct

A Texas legislative committee has recommended the expulsion of Republican lawmaker Bryan Slaton for sexual misconduct with a 19-year-old intern. The committee report found that Slaton had abused his position of power, given alcohol to a minor, violated employment laws, and engaged in harassment. Slaton has not expressed regret or remorse for his conduct, and the committee unanimously recommended his expulsion. A two-thirds vote from the 150 House members is required for expulsion, and a resolution calling for Slaton's expulsion is expected next week.