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Following allegations of unwanted sexual advances, after an already tumultuous start to his seventh term in Congress, Democrat David Wu became the third congressman to resign this year. CBS News reports:
Rep. David Wu, D-Ore., announced his resignation today following allegations he engaged in "aggressive and unwanted sexual behavior" with a young woman.
"The time has come to hand on the privilege of high office," Wu said in a statement. "I cannot care for my family the way I wish while serving in Congress and fighting these very serious allegations."
Wu said that his resignation would be effective upon the resolution of the debt ceiling crisis.
"This is the right decision for my family, the institution of the House, and my colleagues," he said. "It is also the only correct decision to avoid any distraction from the important work at hand in Washington."
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