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House Democrats Open Inquiry After Incoming Lawmaker Accused of Sexual Harassment

The House Democratic campaign arm is looking into an allegation against Representative-elect Brian Poindexter of Ohio. His campaign says he “gave what he thought was an innocuous compliment to a volunteer.”

© Allison Robbert for The New York Times

Representative-elect Brian Poindexter, a Democrat, flipped a seat in northeastern Ohio last week.
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Hakeem Jeffries Pushes to Lock Down House Speakership, With No Challenger Emerging

Facing resistance from the left but no challenger, the Democratic leader is sewing up support from key coalitions as his allies say he deserves a unanimous vote.

© Kenny Holston/The New York Times

Representative Hakeem Jeffries at the Capitol on Thursday.
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