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'We can't wait forever': Ethics Committee under scrutiny
The resignation of two lawmakers accused of sexual misconduct has drawn renewed scrutiny of the House Ethics Committee.
The 10-member committee, which is composed of five Republicans and five Democrats, had announced investigations of Reps. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., and Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, when they resigned. The committee, which is considered the House's place for recourse for allegations of wrongdoing against members, announced the investigation involving Swalwell Monday and announced the Gonzales investigation March 4.
Speaking to reporters after House votes Tuesday evening, Ethics Committee Chair Michael Guest, R-Miss., defended the committee's lengthy and closed-door processes. "Each investigation has to stand on its own. So some investigations can be accomplished much quicker than others," Guest said.