/Rep. Tom Reed apologizes after sexual misconduct claims, says he wont run for any office in 2022

Rep. Tom Reed apologizes after sexual misconduct claims, says he wont run for any office in 2022

“I was wrong, I am sorry, and I take full responsibility,” he said.

Rep. Tom Reed, R-N.Y., on Sunday apologized to the woman who accused him of sexual misconduct last week and said that he will not seek to get elected for any office once his term ends.

Nicolette Davis, who is currently an Army officer but was working as a lobbyist at the time of the alleged incident in 2017, accused Reed of rubbing her back and unhooking her bra without consent during a networking trip that year. The allegations were published by the Washington Post Friday.

“First, I apologize to Nicolette Davis. Even though I am only hearing of this matter as stated by Ms. Davis in the article now, I hear her voice and will not dismiss her. In reflection, my personal depiction of this event is irrelevant,” he wrote.

“Simply put, my behavior caused her pain, showed her disrespect and was unprofessional. I was wrong, I am sorry, and I take full responsibility,” he added.

He also apologized to his wife, kids, family members, colleagues, supporters and “the people of the 23rd District” who were affected by his actions.

He said the incident occurred when he was struggling with alcoholism, and he has been recovering from his addiction for four years.

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