Sexual Misconduct Scandals Pile Up in Midterms

“A pileup of sexual misconduct cases in front of the House Ethics Committee is casting more uncertainty over several races in the run-up to the midterms, giving a potential boost to Democrats despite scandals in both parties,” the Wall Street Journal reports.

“Reps. Cory Mills (R-FL) and Max Miller (R-OH) are both under investigation by the secretive committee as they seek re-election, and Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) ended his bid after a probe was announced. The panel is also investigating Rep. Jimmy Gomez (D-CA), though his seat is set to stay in his party’s column even if he loses.”

“The mounting probes could strain Republicans’ effort to hold on to the House, where they currently have a 219-212 majority, with four vacancies.”