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Politics Mar 24

147 lawmakers in 44 states accused of sexual harassment or misconduct since 2017

By Isabella Volmert, David A. Lieb, Associated Press, Olivia Diaz, Associated Press/Report for America

Politics Dec 23

FILE PHOTO: U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) arrives to join House Republicans meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington
Watch 4:25
House report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz reveals rampant sexual misconduct, drug use

A highly-anticipated House Ethics Committee report details a litany of allegations against Matt Gaetz, the former Republican Florida representative. Prosecutors previously declined to charge him, but Gaetz’ former peers found evidence that he paid several young women for sex --…

By Lisa Desjardins, Kyle Midura

Nation Dec 04

NFL: Cleveland Browns at Houston Texans
Deshaun Watson returns from 11-game suspension with some support, many boos

Watson heard jeers before taking each snap throughout the first half in his first game Sunday since returning from an 11-game suspension for sexual misconduct.

By Rob Maaddi, Associated Press

Nation Oct 04

NWSL Investigation Soccer
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Emotional abuse, sexual misconduct in women’s professional soccer prompts calls for change

A year-long independent investigation into the National Women's Soccer League uncovered systemic patterns of emotional abuse and sexual misconduct, and that the league and U.S. Soccer Federation failed to act for years to address players’ complaints. Former Deputy Attorney General…

By Amna Nawaz

Nation Aug 01

NFL: Cleveland Browns OTA
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NFL’s Deshaun Watson faces suspension after sexual assault claims

Two major stories have emerged in the world of sports. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was recommended to receive a six-game suspension without pay after accusations of sexual misconduct by dozens of women. Plus, we look at the life and…

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