On November 18, 2025, the House of Representatives cast a significant vote regarding Democrat Stacey Plaskett's alleged misconduct involving Jeffrey Epstein. The decision highlighted partisan divisions as lawmakers debated her actions during a congressional hearing.
• The House initially moved to censure Stacey Plaskett due to reports of her colluding with Jeffrey Epstein during a hearing with Michael Cohen in 2019.
• A resolution to censure Plaskett and remove her from the House Intelligence Committee was introduced by Representative Ralph Norman (R-SC), who condemned Plaskett's actions as unethical and a severe judgment error.
• Despite the early support for the censure, the motion ultimately failed with a vote of 214-209.
• All Democrats voted against the censure.
• Among Republicans, three voted with the Democrats: Don Bacon (NE), Lance Gooden (TX), and Dave Joyce (OH).
• Additionally, three Republicans—Andrew Garbarino (NY), Jay Obernolte (CA), and Dan Meuser (PA)—voted "present" rather than in favor or against the measure.
This vote reflects ongoing tensions within the House, particularly regarding issues tied to Epstein and the actions of lawmakers during official proceedings. The outcome of this censure effort showcases a clear division between party lines, emphasizing differing perspectives on accountability and ethics among politicians.
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