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A House ethics committee has found “substantial reason” to believe Rep. Chuck Edwards violated rules on sexual harassment and hostile work environments, citing wild allegations including Vegas trips with a staffer 40 years his junior, heartfelt letters, and lavish gifts like guns, jewelry, and designer bags. While Edwards denies wrongdoing and claims he’s been exonerated — pointing to lack of explicit propositions or sexual activity — the report details a pattern of unprofessional conduct that created a toxic environment. Two female staffers quit due to his behavior, which included intimate dinners, comments on appearance, and emotional manipulation — one even said she no longer saw him as a “father figure.” Though Edwards admits some actions may be seen as inappropriate, he hasn’t acknowledged the harm caused. The committee now plans to censure him on the House floor — a public rebuke requiring him to stand while the resolution is read — though his team remains confident he’ll be cleared.

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