Rep. Trent Franks (R-Ariz.) announced Thursday he is resigning from Congress next year. Several news outlets reported Franks’ impending departure from the House earlier Thursday. “Subsequent conversations took place this week between the speaker and Rep. Franks leading to the congressman’s decision to offer his letter of resignation,” the statement said. Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.) had his arm wrapped around Franks, appearing to be consoling him. According to Roll Call, rumors of inappropriate behavior circulated before Franks’ announcement.

Source: Huffington Post December 07, 2017 22:13 UTC