Schumer avoids comment on allegations against Senator Gallego

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer did not comment on allegations involving Senator Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., who reportedly engaged in sexual relationships with two Democratic House staffers. Schumer focused on his planned speech regarding President Donald Trump's address on foreign interference in the 2020 election. The New York Post reported that Gallego admitted to the relationships, which occurred while he was unmarried. When asked about the allegations, Gallego declined to engage, stating, 'I’m not going to engage in gossip.' Gallego has faced scrutiny due to his association with former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who resigned amid allegations of sexual misconduct. The Senate Ethics Committee recently dismissed a complaint against Gallego related to sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations. Gallego characterized the accusations as politically motivated. Representative Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., who filed the complaint, responded to the latest allegations by calling for Gallego's resignation.