Delaware Rep Faces Alleged Assault

Dover News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Delaware Rep. Josue Ortega is under fire after a woman, Kaywren Phelps, alleges he punched her in May—state police are investigating, but no charges yet. The House Democrats are responding swiftly, launching an Ethics Committee probe and calling the claims “deeply disturbing.” Phelps says she’s been in a two-year relationship with Ortega, and while details remain under review, this explosive allegation has sent shockwaves through state politics. The outcome of both the police investigation and ethics review will be closely watched. Support the show:Get a discount at…