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Trump-backed Rep. Edwards Faces Bipartisan Sexual Harassment Probe

5/2/2026

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Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC), a U.S. President Donald Trump-endorsed member, faces a bipartisan House Ethics Committee investigation for sexual harassment.
The probe was authorized by a Republican chair and a Democratic member.
Edwards said he welcomes the investigation and alleges opponents have fabricated the accusations.
The Ethics Committee declined to comment when contacted by reporters.
Challenger Jamie Ager has labeled Edwards vulnerable and is campaigning for the 2026 election.

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Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC), a U.S. President Donald Trump-endorsed member, faces a bipartisan House Ethics Committee investigation for sexual harassment.
The probe was authorized by a Republican chair and a Democratic member.
Edwards said he welcomes the investigation and alleges opponents have fabricated the accusations.
The Ethics Committee declined to comment when contacted by reporters.
Challenger Jamie Ager has labeled Edwards vulnerable and is campaigning for the 2026 election.