Edwards Steps Down After Ethics Censure | Chattanooga News

North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards is stepping down from his reelection bid after the House Ethics Committee recommended censure for unprofessional conduct toward two young female aides — including gifts, appearance comments, and private outings deemed romantic advances by a “reasonable person.” Though Edwards insists his actions were never intended as sexual or romantic, the committee called his behavior “beyond inappropriate,” rejecting his legal team’s claim that the findings exonerated him. At 65, he plans to finish his current term, citing “much prayer and reflection” in his decision, and thanked voters for the honor of serving Western North Carolina. 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/95bfe595e5505641