Daily News | A sexual harassment allegation is straining Pa. House Democrats’ narrow majority
Zabel on Friday said he would not resign but intends toHe also said he would resign from his spot on the Judiciary committee so he can “better focus on my family, my treatment, and my recovery.” People familiar with the matter say Zabel has struggled with alcohol.
The statement, issued on behalf of “House Democratic leaders,” noted that the chamber last week adopted rules creating a new process for handling claims of harassment and discrimination.caressed her leg in September 2019Perez filed a complaint with the House Ethics Committee in 2019 but says she was told the panel couldn’t investigate her claim because she wasn’t a House employee. Perez in February— without naming the lawmaker — as she urged legislators to change the rules.
“Everyone deserves to be safe at work and our caucus commends and respects the courage of those who come forward,” reads the Friday statement from McClinton’s office. Everyone involved is also aware of the potential political fallout. If Zabel were to resign, Democrats would have a one-seat majority. Currently, two more Democrats than Republicans are seated, but a special election to fill a vacancy in a GOP-leaning district will likely give Republicans another seat. It’s unclear when that election will be held.
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