Senator Al Franken issued an apology on Thursday, noting that he feels “terribly that he could make women feel so badly,” and has learned that for “some women” his actions in encounters have “crossed the line.” Politico writes.
“I’ve met tens of thousands of people and taken thousands of photographs, often in crowded and chaotic situations. I’m a warm person, I hug people. I’ve learned from recent stories that in some of those encounters, I crossed the line for some women — and I know that any number is too many.” Franken said in a Thanksgiving Day statement.
Franken allegedly inappropriately touched three women while they posed for photos with him. Los Angeles broadcaster LeAnne Tweeden came forward last week alleging that before he was a senator, Franken forcibly kissed her and inappropriately touched her while she was asleep during a USO tour. Tweeden’s account of the alleged incident included a photograph of her sleeping while Franken appears to grope her breasts, Politico adds.
Tweeden’s story caused Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to call for the Senate Ethics Committee to investigate Franken for sexual harassment, and McConnell’s views were later echoed by Senior Democrats as well. Franken has said that he will cooperate with the investigation, although stressing that he does not plan to resign.
“And let me say again to Minnesotans that I’m sorry for putting them through this and I’m committed to regaining their trust.” Franken noted in his apology.
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