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Republican Chuck Edwards drops bid for re-election after report finding sexual harassment of staffers
Congressional ethics panel had recommended Edwards face censure over its findings on ‘hostile work environment’
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Chuck Edwards announced he would not run for re-election after the US House of Representatives ethics committee determined the US congressman “fostered a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment” by giving gifts and lavishing attention on two young female staffers.
Edwards, a Republican for North Carolina, said he would complete his current term, which is due to end in January.
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Guardian staff · Wed, Aug 5, 2026, 5:34 AM
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Congressional ethics panel had recommended Edwards face censure over its findings on ‘hostile work environment’
Chuck Edwards announced he would not run for re-election after the US House of Representatives ethics committee determined the US congressman “fostered a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment” by giving gifts and lavishing attention on two young female staffers.
Edwards, a Republican for North Carolina, said he would complete his current term, which is due to end in January.
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