Senate weighs how to handle misconduct in harassment case
The Senate contemplates discipline for allegations against Democrat Al Franken and Republican Senate candidate Roy Moore. Democrats seek swift action against Franken while Republicans push Moore to bow out or be expelled if elected. The ethics panel may consider past conduct, severity, and whether rules apply equally to both cases. A two thirds vote is required to expel a senator.
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Trump weighs in on Franken case while silent on Moore
President Donald Trump refuses to answer questions about Roy Moore, Alabama Senate candidate accused of sexual misconduct. He did tweet harshly about Democrat Al Franken after a 2006 USO tour allegation, signaling a bipartisan approach to harassment controversy.
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Moore campaign firm as wife rejects call to quit
Kayla Moore said her husband Roy Moore will not step down from the Alabama Senate race amid sexual misconduct allegations. She spoke at a Montgomery news conference as the campaign faces renewed scrutiny after The Washington Post report and subsequent claims. Alabama party support and Governor Ivey’s stance add pressure and political division.
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Democrat Senator Says Clinton Should Have Resigned
Sen Kirsten Gillibrand said Bill Clinton should have stepped down after his relationship with Monica Lewinsky. She called the move appropriate as liberal voices weighed in amid a broader discussion of sexual misconduct across politics and media.
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Congresswoman Dingell adds harassment claims to DC tally
U S Representative Debbie Dingell says a prominent historical figure groped her decades ago and a senator made unwanted advances. She notes two separate men involved, neither named, with no confirmation if the gropier was an officeholder. Dingell has long been a Washington presence.
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