House censures North Carolina Republican for staff harassment

The House voted 413-2 to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards for sexual harassment of two former staffers, based on an Ethics Committee report. Edwards denied intent, saying his actions were not romantic. Some lawmakers argued the punishment was too lenient.
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