Key Facts

• The House Ethics Committee investigated Rep. Chuck Edwards for sexual harassment and hostile workplace conduct.
• The investigation began in May after reports that Edwards gave special attention to two young female staffers.
• The committee found Edwards violated House rules by persistent unprofessional and inappropriate behavior.
• His conduct included giving lavish gifts, making comments on appearance, inviting staffers to dinners and trips, and expressing strong affection in notes.
• Edwards denies any sexual or romantic intent, and no evidence of sexual activity or explicit propositions was found.
• The behavior caused discomfort for the staffers and their coworkers, who felt an uneasy work environment.
• The committee reviewed about 1,500 pages of documents and interviewed 16 witnesses, including Edwards.
• The Ethics Committee plans to bring a censure resolution to the full House when it returns from recess later this month.