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The Inspector General investigated Harry Benton for misconduct, leading the Speaker to call for his resignation and direct his removal from caucus duties.

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The latest in this situation

  1. Jeff Keicher chairs the commission investigating misconduct, while Michael McCuskey investigates Benton's harassment claims.
  2. Legislature calls for systemic reforms following investigations into state lawmakers' conduct.
  3. Jeff Keicher chairs the commission investigating the Legislative Inspector General's conduct and publicly criticized the LIG's temperament.

How it started

18 reports, 11 independent, last reported Sep 9. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

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The Inspector General investigated Harry Benton for misconduct, leading the Speaker to call for his resignation and direct his removal from caucus duties.

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How it developed

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  1. Jeff Keicher chairs the commission investigating the Legislative Inspector General's conduct and publicly criticized the LIG's temperament.Sub-event
  2. Legislature calls for systemic reforms following investigations into state lawmakers' conduct.1 source
  3. Harry Benton resigned due to investigations into his alleged improper conduct toward women.1 source
  4. Complaints regarding sexual harassment allegations were raised against Harry Benton.Sub-event
  5. Harry Benton faced caucus expulsion and resignation due to misconduct findings.1 source
  6. Conduct report finalized Harry Benton's removal from office.1 source
  7. Harry Benton was replaced in the House District, with the new representative being the granddaughter of Alan Dixon.Sub-event
  8. JB Pritzker speculated on the resignation of Illinois representative Harry Benton.Sub-event
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  1. Benton resigned amid investigation; Morgan chairs Will County Democrats.1 source
  2. Harry Benton established an office base for his state representative duties in Springfield.Sub-event
  3. Inspector General investigation into Harry Benton leads to calls for resignation and removal from caucus duties.1 source

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