According to the Chicago Tribune, Speaker Welch’s office allowed Former Rep. Benton’s behavior to continue for years, despite documented complaints from staff. This lack of response raises serious questions about Speaker Welch’s leadership. Speaker Welch has claimed to support victims, yet his actions tell a very different story.
This report is the newest in a slew of ethics scandals facing House Democrats, including the recent federal indictment of State Rep. Carol Ammons for pandemic/unemployment fraud, wire fraud, making a false statement, and obstruction charges.
The lack of ethics is out of control. It’s time for meaningful ethics reform in Illinois now!
Read the full report from the Chicago Tribune here.