Politics Apr 06 Texas Rep. Farenthold resigns abruptly amid sexual harassment allegations Since October, eight lawmakers have either resigned or abandoned re-election bids amid allegations of sexual misconduct. By Matthew Daly and Will Weissert, Associated Press
Politics Dec 20 Democrats sue to keep GOP Rep. Farenthold on 2018 ballot Democrats sued today to keep Texas Republican Rep. Blake Farenthold's name on the 2018 ballot even though the congressman says he won't seek a fifth term amid allegations of sexual harassment. By Associated Press
Nation Dec 14 Watch 6:07 News Wrap: NY attorney general vows net neutrality lawsuit In our news wrap Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission rolled back Obama-era rules that safeguarded equal access to the internet. New York's attorney general said he will lead a multi-state lawsuit against the decision. Also, California's devastating Thomas fire is… By PBS News Hour
Politics Dec 14 WATCH: Ryan says Farenthold ‘made the right decision’ to retire following sexual harassment allegations Ryan told journalists Thursday that he's spoken to the four-term Texas lawmaker, who said in a Facebook video: "I am announcing my decision not to run for re-election."… By Associated Press
Dec 14 Texas Rep. Farenthold to retire from House amid harassment accusations By Alan Fram and Will Weissert, Associated Press Texas Republican Rep. Blake Farenthold won't seek re-election next year, adding his name to the list of lawmakers leaving Congress amid sexual harassment allegations that have cost powerful men their jobs in politics, the arts and other businesses. Continue reading
Dec 06 Watch 4:38 How Democratic women have led the calls for Franken’s resignation By PBS News Hour Minnesota Sen. Al Franken came under growing pressure on Wednesday to step down. After a seventh woman accused Franken of sexual misconduct, more than 20 Democratic colleagues demanded he resign, including at least a dozen female senators. Lisa Desjardins joins… Continue watching