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#MeToo Movement Consequences for Elected Officials

The consequences for elected officials accused of sexual misconduct since the #MeToo movement in 2017, including resignations, expulsions, and other sanctions.

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Jan 12, 2026
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How have consequences (resignation, expulsion, censure) varied by party for elected officials accused of sexual misconduct since 2010?

Since the #MeToo surge in 2017, reporting and databases show that consequences for elected officials accused of sexual misconduct have been substantial but uneven: a sizable fraction resigned or were ...