House Ethics Committee investigating sexual harassment allegations against Rep. Chuck Edwards

The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating Rep.

The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., over allegations that he “may have created or fostered a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment.”

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The announcement follows reports that Edwards was being scrutinized over interactions with much younger female staffers that left them feeling uncomfortable.

Edwards previously called the allegations “baseless” and said in a statement to NBC News on Thursday that he welcomed an investigation.