Edwards Steps Down Amid Ethics Probe | Fayetteville News

Fayetteville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards is pulling out of his reelection race after the House Ethics Committee recommended censure for violating sexual harassment policies — though he insists he’ll finish his term. The report accuses him of “highly unprofessional” behavior with two staffers, including inappropriate texts, lavish outings, and emotional displays that made them uncomfortable. His team disputes the claim of misconduct, but the committee calls his conduct “beyond inappropriate.” Edwards, who narrowly beat Madison Cawthorn in a primary, now leaves the GOP’s nomination process open…