Sexual abuse allegations are spurring calls for a broader reckoning in Congress
Donald Trump reportedly pressured House Republicans regarding the Epstein file release last year.
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Donald Trump reportedly pressured House Republicans regarding the Epstein file release last year.
Representatives Eric Swalwell (D-CA) and Tony Gonzales (R-TX) resigned following sexual misconduct allegations, triggering a bipartisan push for stricter ethics enforcement and workplace safety reforms within Congress.
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Outlets across the spectrum highlight the rare alignment between Ocasio-Cortez and Lauren Boebert in seeking accountability for sexual misconduct. LGBTQ Nation emphasizes Ocasio-Cortez’s sharp criticism of House Republicans for "playing politics" with allegations, while The Floridian focuses on her specific demand for Representative Cory Mills to resign following an ethics investigation.
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House Democratic Leader
