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politics8 days ago•10 min saved

Congress plots a one-stop ethics overhaul

A bipartisan effort in the House led by Reps. Kat Cammack and Teresa Leger Fernández aims to overhaul how sexual misconduct and other violations are identified, investigated, and punished on Capitol Hill, including creating a centralized, trauma-informed reporting system, boosting investigative staff, and potentially codifying the Office of Congressional Conduct into law. The plan, slated for a September reveal and backed by Speaker Mike Johnson and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, seeks stronger, faster enforcement and consistent penalties, but faces resistance over enforcement scope and the need for Senate approval amid fears of partisan overreach.

via Politico|

#accountability #congress-ethics #ethics-committee

world1 month ago•7 min saved

ICC Dismisses Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan in Historic Vote

ICC member states voted 82 of 125 to remove Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan for serious misconduct and a breach of duty, based on allegations of a sexual relationship with a subordinate staff member; the decision takes effect immediately and elections for a new prosecutor will follow. Khan’s supporters say due process and independence were bypassed, while critics view the move as politically charged within the ICC’s governance and disciplinary process.

via Middle East Eye|

#assemblyofstatesparties #icc #karimkhan

science1 month ago•6 min saved

Breast cancer study finally retracted a decade after whistleblower raised concerns

A Journal of Experimental Medicine paper on breast cancer, tied to Ohio State University findings of data manipulation, was retracted after a decade of scrutiny spurred by a whistleblower who first flagged issues in 2016. The retraction cites falsified data in key figures, following earlier corrections and an expression of concern, and comes amid ongoing disputes over how the case was handled and what was actually verified. The affair involves Flavia Pichiorri and Carlo Croce, with broader questions about lab oversight and journal practices in correcting faulty literature.

via Retraction Watch|

#cancer-research #image-falsification #misconduct

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Spygate fallout deepens as Southampton coach hit with FA misconduct charge

The FA has charged Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert with three breaches of rule E3.1 for actions connected to the Spygate spying scandal, alleging improper conduct or bringing the game into disrepute by directing/authorising observations of training sessions. The charges follow an independent ruling that espionage was a top-down plan; Southampton were expelled from the Championship play-offs, with Middlesbrough subsequently reinstated to the final and Hull City winning the title. Eckert has until next Tuesday to respond, and Southampton says it will cooperate as it focuses on the 2026-27 season.

via BBC|

#fa #football #misconduct

science1 month ago•5 min saved

ArXiv privacy gaps, authorship pauses, and a surge of misconduct make the weekend science round-up

Retraction Watch’s weekend reads flag privacy leaks in most arXiv preprints (like passwords and GPS coordinates), note that U.S. scrutiny of foreign research influenced researchers such as George Church to decline authorship on a recent commentary, and report 28 cases of misconduct in China. The digest also surveys a broad trail of integrity issues across academia—from retractions and questionable peer review to AI-related publishing debates—complemented by the site’s expanding databases and appeals for support.

via Retraction Watch|

#arxiv #authorship #misconduct

news1 month ago•14 min saved

Sony-Bungie Settlement Adds Bungie Vet to Marathon Credits

Sony, Bungie, and former Bungie director Christopher Barrett have settled his $100 million lawsuit alleging termination to dodge roughly $80 million in sale bonuses from Bungie’s 2022 acquisition; Barrett’s name is being added to Marathon’s credits, a stipulation framed as vindication, while Bungie braces for further layoffs and Marathon development continues.

via Kotaku|

#bungie #marathon #misconduct

world1 month ago•115 min saved

Misconduct probe opens into police arrest of dying stabbing victim

British authorities have launched a misconduct inquiry into police conduct after officers arrested a stabbing victim as he lay dying, raising questions about the handling of vulnerable victims and the propriety of the arrest during the incident.

via AP News|

#arrest #misconduct #police

world2 months ago•2 min saved

UK watchdog suspends ICC prosecutor Karim Khan amid misconduct allegations

Britain’s Bar Standards Board suspended ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan with immediate effect amid misconduct allegations involving a female aide; Khan denies the claims. The ICC had previously suspended him after an internal investigation found serious misconduct and a serious breach of duty. UN investigators had found nonconsensual contact, but a three-judge ICC panel rejected parts of that report. The ICC is set to vote on removing Khan from office on July 24.

via Al Jazeera|

#bar-standards-board #icc #karim-khan

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Niemann penalized two strokes for club throw at U.S. Open

Joaquin Niemann was assessed a two-stroke penalty for throwing his club on the par-4 sixth hole at Shinnecock Hills during the U.S. Open, deemed serious misconduct under Rule 1.2b. After resuming play Friday, he finished the round at 8-over 78.

via Golf Channel|

#golf #misconduct #niemann

sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Mickelson loses membership at Rancho Santa Fe club after investigation into alleged misconduct

The Farms Golf Club in Rancho Santa Fe, California, says it has revoked Phil Mickelson’s membership following an independent investigation into alleged misconduct involving a female employee. The club emphasized it promptly supported staff and enforced its Code of Conduct. Mickelson has been away for family health reasons and has limited, if any, LIV Golf participation this season. No police evidence of assault was reported by local authorities.

via The New York Times|

#golf #liv-golf #misconduct

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Phil Mickelson Exits The Farms Golf Club Over Alleged Employee Incident

Phil Mickelson is no longer a member of The Farms Golf Club in the San Diego area after a female employee alleged inappropriate nonconsensual contact; the club conducted an independent investigation and said the member is no longer part of the club, while Mickelson's camp says any misunderstanding has been cleared up and he is dealing with a family health matter, with no announced return date to professional golf.

via Sports Illustrated|

#employee-complaint #misconduct #phil-mickelson

local2 months ago•5 min saved

Atlanta police probe courthouse affair between judge and top officer

Atlanta police are investigating whether a high-ranking officer had an extramarital affair with a federal judge, including sex in the judge’s chambers during working hours; the judge was privately reprimanded by the 11th Circuit for a two-year affair with the officer, whose name and status are not disclosed. The probe follows a clerk's misconduct complaint and court records with corroborating evidence; the 11th Circuit found serious misconduct but noted potential for rehabilitation.

via AJC.com|

#11th-circuit #courthouse #judge

politics4 months ago•20 min saved

New data reveal a hidden epidemic of misconduct among lawmakers

A NWDL update finds 162 state-level officials accused of misconduct in 424 incidents since 2013, with six new public allegations in 2025, and 30 Congress members accused since 2006; however, reporting is incomplete and many cases go publicly unreported, especially those involving staff. The data show most accusations involve men, with a roughly 60/40 Republican/Democrat split, and point to barriers like whisper networks and weak consequences. While some states enacted reforms in 2025, advocates call for stronger survivor protections, anti-defamation safeguards, and accountability, including not reelecting accused lawmakers; high-profile cases like Swalwell and Gonzales highlighted ongoing risk and the need for systemic change.

via The 19th News|

#congress #misconduct #politics

politics4 months ago•7 min saved

New #MeToo Reckoning in Congress Prompts Calls for Faster Ethics Reforms

Swalwell and Gonzales resigned amid sexual misconduct allegations, spurring bipartisan momentum to redraw how Congress handles harassment probes and staff protections. Lawmakers led by Leger Fernandez and Luna push for faster, stronger ethics actions—potentially expediting investigations and curbing misconduct—while others warn against rushing reforms. AOC calls it a turning point, but leaders have yet to endorse concrete rules amid ongoing investigations into Swalwell, Gonzales, and Mills, with Epstein’s case cited to illustrate cultural issues on Capitol Hill.

via The Washington Post|

#congress #ethics-committee #metoo

politics5 months ago•5 min saved

Security aide resigns amid Labor Department misconduct probe

A Labor Department security staffer, Brian Sloan, resigned amid an inspector general investigation into misconduct by Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer and her top aides; two other aides have left after being placed on investigative leave as the probe, led by former Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, examines allegations including a romantic affair, drinking on the job, improper travel, and events arranged to advance the secretary’s personal plans, amid concerns about workplace culture and grant-making influence.

via Politico|

#chavez-deremer #inspector-general #labor-department