GOP Rep. Farenthold resigns after sexual harassment claims
WASHINGTON (AP) – Texas Republican Rep. Blake Farenthold abruptly resigned Friday, four months after announcing he wouldn’t seek re-election amid sexual harassment allegations. “While I planned on serving out the remainder of my term in Congress, I know in my heart it’s time for me to move along and look for new ways to serve,” Farenthold said in a video statement, adding that his action was effective as of 5 p.m.
Name: Blake Farenthold
Continent: North America
Country: USA
Branch: Politician
Reason: Resigned
Announcement Date: April 05, 2018, 10:00pm
Resignation Date: April 05, 2018, 10:00pm
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