The House Ethics Committee has recommended the censure of Representative Chuck Edwards, a Republican from North Carolina, finding that he likely violated House rules on sexual harassment.

The committee's report details how Edwards allegedly showered two female staffers with "lavish gifts and affection." The investigation concluded that the evidence established a "likelihood" that Edwards had engaged in conduct that constituted sexual harassment.

The recommended censure is a formal reprimand from the House of Representatives. This action follows an investigation initiated after allegations of misconduct were brought forward. The committee's findings suggest a pattern of behavior that crossed professional boundaries and created a hostile work environment for the staffers involved.