Democratic congressman denies allegations he used tax dollars to settle cases with women,as Nancy Pelosi faces criticism for praising his workThe Democratic congressman John Conyers stepped down as ranking Democrat on the House judiciary committee on Sunday, amid allegations he used taxpayers’ money to settle cases with women who accused him of sexual misconduct.[br]The news came shortly after the House minority leader, and Nancy Pelosi,was widely criticised for calling the 88-year-old an “icon” because of his work in the civil rights movement. Related: Trump reaffirms support for 'accused child molester' Roy Moore Related: Al Franken 'feels terribly' approximately sexual misconduct allegations Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com