Sexual Harassment by Ex-Rep. Benton, Known Since 2023
Johnson praised Welch’s leadership as allies sought to bolster him after a report found Benton’s harassment violated state law.
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Mayor Brandon Johnson praises Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch’s ‘maturation’ amid Harry Benton scandal
Mayor Johnson’s comments came just days after House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch told the mayor’s allies at the Chicago Teachers Union that he would “lead” efforts to provide additional state funding to avoid layoffs and cuts at Chicago Public Schools.
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Usa news‘More to learn’ on Benton harassment case before judging Speaker Chris Welch, Gov. JB Pritzker says
Springfield’s latest sexual harassment scandal has revealed “holes in the system,” according to Gov. JB Pritzker — but not necessarily any missteps by Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch in responding to allegations of misconduct by a now-disgraced ex-state representative.At least not yet, Pritzker said Tuesday, asserting “there is more to learn here, I think, before… anybody’s calling for” a change in House leadership. His comments fol…
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