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Republican Chuck Edwards drops bid for re-election after report finding sexual harassment of staffers

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Congressman Chuck Edwards answered questions during a town hall on 13 March 2025 at A-B Techís Ferguson auditorium. Photograph: Colby Rabon/Asheville Citizen Ti/USA Today Network/Reuters Connect

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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