TX-SD05: Texas Republican under investigation for sexual misconduct

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The University of Texas at Austin is looking into an accusation that state Sen. Charles Schwertner, R-Georgetown, sent sexually explicit material to a graduate student, according to the Austin American-Statesman in a Tuesday report that cited unnamed UT officials. A source with knowledge of the matter confirmed to The Texas Tribune that an investigation has been opened.

A spokesperson for Schwertner said the lawmaker "categorically denies knowledge of" the allegation. A UT-Austin spokesperson said "the university does not discuss ongoing investigations." The Statesman has not seen the materials, which reportedly include a graphic photo and text message that were sent to the student after she met Schwertner at an on-campus event.

Tom Holloway, the Schwertner spokesperson, said in a statement that the senator "only became aware of this allegation when contacted by the media late this afternoon. The Senator is eager to cooperate with the University of Texas and hopes to make clear he played no part in the behavior described.”

Gary Susswein, the UT-Austin spokesperson, said that "the University of Texas takes all allegations of wrongdoing seriously and encourages members of the campus community to report them immediately. We strive to investigate complaints thoroughly and quickly while respecting the confidentiality of students and employees who file complaints and those accused of wrongdoing. UT is strongly committed to fostering a safe campus environment and to providing needed support and resources to victims."

A spokesperson for Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Tuesday evening that Patrick learned of the allegation earlier this afternoon and “will await the outcome of the UT investigation.”


https://www.texastribune.org/2018/09/25/university-texas-sexual-misconduct-allegation-charles-schwertner/



MEG WALSH FOR TX-SD05





https://www.megwalshfortexas.com

[samplegirl]

1. Get him gone!!!!

[RandySF]

2. Please follow the above link :)

[TexasTowelie]

3. I'm probably the only DUer that has been to Schwertner, Texas.

From Georgetown go to Walburg, hang a left at the stop sign then a right at the curve in the road. Drive by the Possum Creek Inn in Theon, then the church in New Corn Hill and continue down the road until you get to the T-intersection and you will be in Schwertner. Don't blink because there isn't anything but a few ranch buildings, a community center and a post office in Schwertner.

Yes, the community was named after one of the long-time ranchers in the area. The senator is a descendant of that family. It's time to turn out the old guard and elect a Democrat for that Senate seat.

[RandySF]

4. I'd love to visit the Crossroads Cafe.

All of these races around the country let me travel the country through their stories.