On September 1, 2026, House lawmakers from both parties voted to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) due to allegations of inappropriate behavior with female staffers in his office. The vote concluded with a tally of 413 in favor and 2 against. This action follows a report from the House Ethics Committee, which was released in early August 2026, detailing the allegations against Edwards.
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House votes to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards over staff behavior allegations
The House of Representatives voted 413-2 to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) on September 1, 2026, following allegations of inappropriate behavior with female staffers. This decision was influenced by a report from the House Ethics Committee released in August 2026.
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