"Texas House Expels Rep. Bryan Slaton for Sexual Misconduct"
The Texas House of Representatives has voted unanimously to expel Republican lawmaker Bryan Slaton over allegations of sexual misconduct with a 19-year-old aide. Slaton resigned from his seat a day ahead of the vote. The House’s general investigating committee released a report accusing Slaton of engaging in disorderly conduct, including harassment, serving alcohol to someone underage, and abusing his position. The investigation was launched in April after a 21-year-old legislative intern and two 19-year-old aides filed complaints accusing Slaton of sexual harassment and retaliation.