Blake Farenthold was a Texas representative to Congress. He was accused of sexual harassment and retaliation against the employee who complained. He is also accused of making inappropriate statements to other members of his official staff. They used taxpayer funds to pay for his $84,000 settlement with the staff member.
Initially, he said he would not seek re-election, but then he resigned.
- AP: Ethics panel expands probe into GOP Rep. Farenthold of Texas
- AP: GOP Rep. Farenthold abruptly resigns
- AP: The shamelessness of Blake Farenthold
18 April 2018
