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Congress Faces Scrutiny Over Sexual Misconduct
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Two lawmakers resign amid sexual misconduct claims, highlighting Congresss accountability issues. Texas Republican Tony Gonzales and California Democrat Eric Swalwell stepped down after allegations of affairs and assault. Pressure for ethics system reform grows, with demands for quicker reporting and anonymity protections for young staffers. Congresss current measures are criticized as insufficient, with a report set to drop later this month, advocating for trauma-informed survivor support and independent investigations.
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