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Government

Department of Defense Commission on Sexual Assault proposes new bill to 'ensure independent investigations' of crimes

By Carrie Bradon | Apr 29, 2021

The Department of Defense’s Commission on Sexual Assault has introduced new measures aimed at increasing transparency in investigations of sexual crimes committed by military personnel, headed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.

Government

Investigation underway in allegations of 'sexual assault at the Texas Capitol' after staffer allegedly drugged by lobbyist

By April Bamburg | Apr 29, 2021

A lobbyist is accused of using a date rape drug on a female legislative staffer, and that news has drawn a swift response from members of the Texas House of Representatives.