Lawmakers eye reforms as sexual misconduct allegations, relationship revelations shake Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill may be headed for another reckoning as sexual misconduct allegations against lawmakers — coupled with new revelations of consensual relationships between lawmakers and staffers — have reignited questions about accountability and workplace culture in Congress. Lawmakers in both parties are now weighing potential reforms to address those power dynamics, including whether to prohibit...

Capitol Hill may be headed for another reckoning as sexual misconduct allegations against lawmakers — coupled with new revelations of consensual relationships between lawmakers and staffers — have reignited questions about accountability and workplace culture in Congress. Lawmakers in both parties are now weighing potential reforms to address those power dynamics, including whether to prohibit...