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politics15 days ago•11 min saved

Ethics Panel Probes NC Rep. Edwards Over Harassment Allegations

The House Ethics Committee has opened an investigation into Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) over allegations of a hostile work environment and sexual harassment, prompted by Axios reporting that multiple sources described inappropriate conduct toward two young female staffers. Edwards says he will fully cooperate and expects the review to uncover the facts, as lawmakers face renewed scrutiny following recent resignations of Swalwell and Gonzales.

via AP News|

#congress #ethics #harassment

politics15 days ago•3 min saved

Ethics Panel Opens Inquiry Into Rep. Edwards Over Harassment Allegations

The House Ethics Committee announced it is examining Rep. Chuck Edwards for sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment, following Axios reporting that two young female staffers faced boundary-crossing conduct and favoritism. Edwards denies wrongdoing; the investigation, which could take months or years, may affect his reelection prospects.

via Axios|

#congress #ethics #harassment

politics24 days ago•25 min saved

Edwards faces House ethics probe over conduct toward female aides

Rep. Chuck Edwards (R–N.C.) is under a House Ethics Committee investigation for alleged misconduct toward female aides, with two former staffers saying they felt uncomfortable about his interactions; the probe reportedly covers remarks, gifts, and hiring decisions. Edwards welcomed the inquiry as he campaigns in a district the Cook Political Report still labels as likely Republican.

via The Washington Post|

#chuck-edwards #ethics #north-carolina

politics2 months ago•40 min saved

Trump pressed Iran strike amid reluctant aides, fueled by overconfidence

Axios reports that President Trump pushed for a military strike on Iran despite staff warnings, with insiders describing him as being 'high on his own supply' after earlier strikes and overestimating his ability to topple the regime; the White House had launched Operation Epic Fury on February 28, and several aides questioned the plan while Trump publicly defended the operation and downplayed its costs.

via Yahoo|

#axios #iran #politics

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

White House Staff Upset Over Lack of Post-Election Photo Ops with Biden

White House staffers are reportedly upset over President Joe Biden's failure to uphold the tradition of taking 'departure photos' with employees, a practice that has been a customary farewell gesture. This has led to low morale and frustration among staff, who feel overlooked and unappreciated, especially as some younger staffers have been prioritized for photos. Despite an email inviting current political appointees for individual photos with Biden, the exclusion of family members and the perceived unfairness in scheduling have exacerbated tensions.

via Daily Mail|

#biden #departure-photos #politics

royal-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Kate Middleton's Absence Raises Concern Among Senior Staff

Kate Middleton's personal staffers reportedly have not seen her since before her mystery abdominal surgery, and some were caught off guard by the lack of information. Sources claim that only a few people know what's really going on, and even some of her family members have remained in the dark about the situation. Kate is said to be keeping the details of her surgery as private as possible and may reveal more when she's feeling up to it.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#kate-middleton #royal-family #royal-news

crime3 years ago•3 min saved

Man with baseball bat attacks Democratic congressman's staff in Virginia office

A man wielding a metal bat attacked two staffers at the district office of Virginia Democratic Rep. Gerry Connolly, causing non-life threatening injuries. The suspect, identified as 49-year-old Xuan Kha Tran Pham of Fairfax, has been charged with one count of aggravated malicious wounding and one count of malicious wounding. Pham suffers from schizophrenia and had previously been charged with assaulting a law enforcement officer. The motive for the attack is unclear, and investigators do not have any information that the suspect was known to the US Capitol Police. The attack comes amid a string of incidents where members of Congress, their staff, and their families have been attacked in recent months.

via CNN|

#assault #congressman #crime

crime3 years ago•1 min saved

Congressional Staffers Attacked with Baseball Bat at Virginia Office of Democratic Congressman

Two staffers at Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly's office were attacked with a metal baseball bat by an assailant who is now in police custody. The Democratic representative confirmed that the staff members were taken to a hospital in non-life-threatening condition. This incident is the latest in a series of violent episodes targeting Congress members.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#attack #baseball-bat #crime