Sexual misconduct claims in state legislatures since 2017
August 26, 2018
Since the start of last year, The Associated Press has tallied at least 76 state lawmakers who have faced public allegations or repercussions over sexual misconduct claims. Most of those cases became public since the #MeToo movement gained momentum in October, though some of the incidents allegedly occurred several years ago.
Here is a look at those lawmakers who have resigned or been expelled, faced other repercussions such as the loss of party or committee leadership positions, or had accusations made against them:
RESIGNED OR REMOVED FROM OFFICE
1. Alaska: Rep. Dean Westlake, D, submitte...
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