A North Carolina congressman has ended his bid for reelection. Rep. Chuck Edwards, a Republican, made this decision after a House Ethics Committee report.

The committee had recommended censuring him due to his treatment of young female staffers. The report found that Edwards had crossed professional boundaries with his aides. He is accused of giving them lavish gifts and making repeated comments.

Edwards had previously denied any wrongdoing, calling the allegations politically motivated. Further details on the situation are available from the source. Edwards has stated that he will complete the remainder of his current term despite withdrawing from the election.