BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) Republican Rep. Chet Pollert, who served as the House majority leader for two legislative sessions and in the Legislature for 24 years, announced Monday he is retiring from politics and will not run for re-election.
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) Republican Rep. Chet Pollert, who served as the House majority leader for two legislative sessions and in the Legislature for 24 years, announced Monday he is retiring from politics and will not run for re-election.
Harassment allegations against North Dakota representative reveal crack in system, lawmakers say
Rep. Luke Simons alleged sexual harassment dates back to at least 2017, but since none of the allegations were filed as formal complaints, legislative leaders said they couldn t discipline the Dickinson Republican.
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North Dakota Rep. Luke Simons, R-Dickinson, listens as House Majority Leader Chet Pollert outlines the process for Simons possible expulsion from the chamber on Wednesday, March 3. Jeremy Turley / Forum News Service
BISMARCK Erin Oban said she can’t help but feel partially responsible for the alleged sexual harassment some women have recently experienced in the halls of the North Dakota Capitol.
Harassment allegations against North Dakota rep reveal crack in system, lawmakers say
Rep. Luke Simons alleged sexual harassment dates back to at least 2017, but since none of the allegations were filed as formal complaints, legislative leaders said they couldn t discipline the Dickinson Republican. 12:36 am, Mar. 4, 2021 ×
North Dakota Rep. Luke Simons, R-Dickinson, listens as House Majority Leader Chet Pollert outlines the process for Simons possible expulsion from the chamber on Wednesday, March 3. Jeremy Turley / Forum News Service
BISMARCK Erin Oban said she can’t help but feel partially responsible for the alleged sexual harassment some women have recently experienced in the halls of the North Dakota Capitol.