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West Virginia Delegate Arrested on Sexual Misconduct Charges | Charleston News
West Virginia Delegate Elliott Pritt is facing federal charges of sexual misconduct with a minor, sparking an unprecedented political firestorm. Already removed from committee assignments by House Speaker Roger Hanshaw, Pritt is under mounting pressure to resign — with lawmakers from both parties demanding his exit. The Republican Party Chair called for his removal, while Democratic Party Chair Mike Pushkin accused him of a pattern of grooming and exploitation. Delegate Evan Worrell even urged a special session to force his resignation, and Delegate Dean Jeffries pledged to donate his pay…
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