Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) announced his withdrawal from the upcoming reelection race on Wednesday morning. This decision follows a report released Monday by the House Ethics Committee, which recommended that the congressman face formal censure. The committee’s investigation into Edwards’ conduct concluded that he violated the “spirit” of House policies concerning sexual harassment toward staff.

While both outlets agree on the core facts of the withdrawal and the ethics recommendation, they differ in how they describe the underlying behavior. The Hill characterizes the findings as a violation of the “spirit” of chamber policies. In contrast, the Washington Examiner provides more specific, graphic details regarding the nature of the allegations, citing reports of inappropriate comments made to female staffers, including remarks about strip clubs and personal jealousy.

Edwards addressed the decision in a brief statement, noting that he reached his conclusion after “much prayer and reflection.” Neither report indicates that Edwards has contested the findings of the Ethics Committee, nor have they provided a direct rebuttal from the congressman regarding the specific allegations of misconduct. The censure recommendation remains the primary catalyst for his exit from the congressional race.