Representative Says Extramarital Conduct Did Not Violate House Ethics Rules

A member of Congress said Tuesday that personal mistakes outside marriage caused harm to family members but did not violate House ethics rules or the law. The representative, who chairs the Congressional Dads Caucus, said the conduct was consensual and that professional assistance had been sought to address the impact.

The House Ethics Committee opened an investigation after an April report described an alleged 2023 incident at a party. The committee listed the case among 28 active or prior inquiries into members. Committee officials said they prioritize witness confidentiality and will release findings when evidence of misconduct is found.

A formal announcement from the committee remains pending.

The representative said family matters would be addressed privately.