Rep Basabe Convicted in Harassment Case | Miami News

A jury just handed State Rep. Fabian Basabe a crushing defeat—convicting him of sexual harassment, battery, and defamation against two male staffers, ordering him to pay $450,000. The victims, who testified in court for the first time, described disturbing incidents including unwanted touching, slaps, and sexual advances—some during public events. Despite the judge warning him, Basabe repeatedly derailed the trial with irrelevant remarks. The jury deliberated under two hours before delivering the verdict. Shockingly, Basabe—who once promised to resign if found guilty—hasn’t stepped down and remains on the ballot for re-election this November. 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/e98b780523a32ba8