North Carolina Rep. Chuck Edwards is formally censured over harassment allegations

The US House of Representatives has censured North Carolina Republican Representative Chuck Edwards following an investigation by the House Ethics Committee. The committee found that Edwards engaged in persistent unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female staff members, according to CBS News and Winnipeg Free Press.

The investigation, as reported by CBS News, revealed that Edwards' behavior created rumors and innuendo and violated House rules related to sexual harassment and toxic workplaces. The two women, who previously worked for Edwards when he was a state senator and later in his congressional office, were uncomfortable with his behavior but felt they were in an untenable position due to his status as their boss.

The censure vote, which was approved in a 413 to 2 vote, drew bipartisan support, as noted by NPR. Edwards was required to stand in the chamber as the resolution condemning his conduct was read aloud.

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