"I know in my heart that nothing I've done as a senator - nothing - has brought dishonor on this institution," Franken said. Franken is one of several prominent American men in politics, media and entertainment to be accused in recent months of sexual harassment and misconduct. Allegations that Franken had groped and tried to kiss women without their consent in the past began to surface three weeks ago. After the initial accusations, Franken said he was embarrassed and ashamed by his behaviour but would not resign. Before he switched to politics, Franken rose to national prominence as a cast member on the long-running television program "Saturday Night Live."

Source: bd News24 December 07, 2017 16:30 UTC