SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the Chicago Tribune’s recent report of Speaker Welch’s response to sexual harassment complaints regarding former State Representative Harry Benton, State Representative Travis Weaver (R-Peoria) has issued the following statement:
“The Tribune’s report raises serious concerns and questions about how misconduct complaints are being handled by Speaker Welch’s office,” stated Rep. Weaver. “Sexual harassment cannot be tolerated anywhere, including in the General Assembly. These serious allegations first surfaced over three years ago, and there should be zero tolerance for attempts to cover up or sweep them under the rug. House Democrats continue to face a growing list of ethics scandals, and this culture of corruption must end. All Illinoisans deserve a House that prioritizes accountability, transparency, and protecting victims, not protecting politicians.”
Rep. Travis Weaver serves Illinois House District 93. For further information, please call Rep. Weaver’s District Office at (309) 204-6514 or visit his website at repweaver.com.
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