Conyers steps down

Finally, one too many accusations, I guess. Earlier today there was word he wouldn't seek re-election in 2018, but now he says he's leaving immediately.

Rep. John Conyers (D-Mich.) has announced he is leaving Congress and endorsing his son, John Conyers III, to replace him following allegations of sexual harassment.

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While Conyers has denied any wrongdoing, he also admitted paying out $27,000 to a former aide over sexual-harassment allegations.

  Politico

As you do when you've done nothing wrong.

Conyers used a congressional fund that normally covers office expenses, which concealed the payment.

Even better.

Behind the scenes, Pelosi and other top Democrats, including CBC members, were pressuring Conyers to step down, telling him that he didn’t want to go through an ethics investigation that could ruin his legacy.

A bit like the Pope moving child-molesting priests to another country.

“My legacy can’t be compromised or diminished in any way by what we’re going through now. This, too, shall pass, and I want you to know that my legacy will continue through my children,” Conyers said.

I don't think you get to determine what your own legacy is or isn't.

“I have a great family here, and especially in my oldest boy, John Conyers III, who incidentally I endorse to replace me in my seat in Congress,” he continued.

And does a disgraced congressman's endorsement stand someone in good stead?

Ian Conyers, the grandson of Conyers's brother and a state senator, told The New York Times in an interview before John Conyers' announcement that he intended to run.

  CNN

Family feud upon the death of the patriarch.

 ...but hey, do what you want...you will anyway.