By AFPMore by this AuthorWASHINGTONTwo US lawmakers stood accused of sexual harassment on Tuesday, including one who allegedly exposed himself to a young staffer, amid mounting concern over abuse on Capitol Hill. House Democrat Jackie Speier, an advocate for an improved anti-harassment system in Congress, said she was aware of two sitting congressmen, a Republican and a Democrat she did not name, who "have engaged in sexual harassment." She painted a picture of sexual predation on Capitol Hill, which included "victims having their private parts grabbed on the House floor." SCANDALSpeaking to reporters outside the Senate, McConnell acknowledged the Moore scandal has rattled the party as it seeks to maintain its 52-48 majority in the chamber. The House hearing addressed the need to update the chamber's policies on misconduct claims, and bipartisan calls to implement mandatory sexual harassment training for both lawmakers and staff.

Source: Daily Nation November 15, 2017 09:10 UTC