Jackie Speier

Congresswoman To Paul Ryan: Make Blake Farenthold Repay His $84,000 Sex Harassment Settlement

Hold the Texas Republican accountable to "the high standards our office demands," says Rep. Jackie Speier.
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Lawmakers Wear Black To Trump’s State Of The Union Address

The move echoed a similar fashion statement made at the Golden Globe Awards to highlight victims of sexual harassment and assault.
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Lawmakers To Bring Sexual Assault Survivors And Activists To State Of The Union

“Because one more victim is too much," said one advocate accompanying a congresswoman to the event.
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Congresswoman Invites #MeToo Creator Tarana Burke To State of The Union

Rep. Jackie Speier told MSNBC that she extended an invitation to the activist to show support for the cultural movement.
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Female Democrats Plan To Wear Black To Trump's State Of The Union Address

"This is a culture change that is sweeping the country, and Congress is embracing it," said Rep. Jackie Speier.
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Lawmakers Ask Ethics Agency To Look Into Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Trump

Their letter comes after Republican congressional leaders pushed back on conducting an investigation.
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Democratic Congresswomen Call For Investigation Into Trump Sexual Misconduct Allegations

More than 100 representatives of all genders signed a letter Tuesday calling for Congress to open an investigation into Trump.
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Congresswoman Says Former Congressman Tried To Force Himself On Her In Elevator

Rep. Diana DeGette says former San Diego Mayor Bob Filner once tried to forcibly kiss her. Former Rep. Donna Edwards also said he behaved inappropriately toward her.
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What Happens When You File A Sexual Harassment Complaint On Capitol Hill

MSNBC's Kasie Hunt broke down the "convoluted" process.
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Lawmakers Introduce 'Me Too' Act To Combat Sexual Harassment on Capitol Hill

The legislation aims to streamline the convoluted process through which staffers report incidents.
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