Nevada Congressman Kihuen Won't Seek Re-Election Amid Accusations

NEVADA -- Nevada Congressman Ruben Kihuen said Saturday he won't run for re-election as the Ethics Committee investigates accusations he sexually harassed an aide and lobbyist.

Kihuen told The Las Vegas Review-Journal that he denies the allegations but it is "in the best interests of my family and my constituents to complete my term in Congress and not seek re-election."

Politico reported that the Ethics Committee is working to gather information about the accusations as House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., called for his resignation.

EArlier this month, Buzzfeed reported that Kihuen's former finance director claimed she was sexually harassed by the congressman. She told the online news site that he attempted to take her out and touched the back of her thigh.

Kihuen has served in the fourth district since Jan. 3. He previously served in the state Legislature.

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