WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) — Congressman Blake Farenthold of Texas became the latest politician to leave office amid allegations of sexual harassment. The four-term Republican on Thursday released a short video in which he apologized and announced his decision not to seek re-election. At least four U.S. lawmakers from both parties have either announced their resignations or retirements after being accused recently of inappropriate behavior.
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