Congressman Edwards Steps Down Amid Ethics Scandal | Albuquerque News

Congressman Chuck Edwards is stepping down from his reelection bid after the House Ethics Committee recommended censure for violating sexual harassment policies — not through outright misconduct, but through a pattern of inappropriate behavior with staffers that made them uncomfortable and created the appearance of advances. From lavish trips and late-night texts to poems and birthday singers, his conduct over time crossed ethical lines. Though his team denies explicit propositions, the committee’s formal rebuke forced him to end his campaign — just months after winning his seat by defeating Madison Cawthorn. His political future in Congress is now over after this term. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/84ff490dc6e12f78