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Republican Chuck Edwards drops bid for re-election after report finding sexual harassment of staffers

Congressional ethics panel had recommended Edwards face censure over its findings on ‘hostile work environment’

Guardian US By Guardian staff reporter Aug 5, 2026, 12:34 PM Captured Aug 5, 2026, 1:49 PM

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Chuck Edwards announced he would not run for re-election after the US House of Representatives ethics committee determined the US congressman “fostered a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment” by giving gifts and lavishing attention on two young female staffers.

Edwards, a Republican for North Carolina, said he would complete his current term, which is due to end in January.

In a statement posted on social media early on Wednesday morning, Edwards said: “After much prayer and reflection, I’ve decided to withdraw from my re-election campaign.

Serving sestern North Carolina has been the honor of my life.

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Should the House agree, he will have to stand in the well of the chamber while the text of a resolution rebuking him is read aloud.

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Chuck Edwards announced he would not run for re-election after the US House of Representatives ethics committee determined the US congressman “fostered a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment” by giving gifts and lavishing attention on two young female staffers.

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