The House Ethics Committee has launched an investigation into an allegation of sexual misconduct against area Congressman Tom Reed. The Washington Post reported in March that former lobbyist Nicolette Davis accused the Corning Republican following an incident that occurred in a restaurant in Minneapolis in 2017. Following the report of the allegation, Reed stated that he would not seek to any public office in 2022.
Here is the statement issued by the committee:
The Committee is aware of public allegations that Representative Tom Reed may have engaged in sexual misconduct, in violation of House Rules, laws, or other standards of conduct. The Committee, pursuant to Committee Rule 18(a), has begun an investigation and will gather additional information regarding the allegations.
The Committee notes that the mere fact that it is investigating these allegations, and publicly disclosing its review, does not itself indicate that any violation has occurred, or reflect any judgment on behalf of the Committee. No other public comment will be made on this matter except in accordance with Committee rules.
