Representative Ortega Faces Ethics Probe | Dover News

Rep. Josue Ortega, a newly elected Democrat from Wilmington, is facing serious backlash after being charged with offensive touching following an alleged assault on a woman — including punching her in the face while she was driving — and prior threats to her and her children. The incident, detailed in a May police report and amplified by a viral Facebook post from the victim (which included her child), triggered a House ethics probe. Ortega denies all claims, accusing the accuser of abusing him, and has turned himself in with a $100 bond and a no-contact order. The Delaware Attorney General vows full prosecution, while penalties remain uncertain for this misdemeanor charge. 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/9e49f0ddba61aeb1