Rep. Chuck Edwards, a Republican congressman from North Carolina, withdraws from his bid for reelection after the House Ethics Committee recommends he be formally censured. Multiple outlets report that the committee’s action follows an investigation into allegations involving Edwards and two staff members, including findings that he violated the “spirit” of the House’s policies related to sexual harassment. The committee recommends censure by the full House, citing conduct described in reports as persistent unprofessional and inappropriate behavior toward two female staffers. Edwards announces the decision early Wednesday, shortly after the ethics recommendation becomes public, and frames his choice as a personal step after reflection. The outlets describe his withdrawal as ending his campaign for a third House term in western North Carolina. The Ethics Committee recommendation sets up potential consideration by the full House, though Edwards’ decision means he is no longer seeking reelection.