In a statement, Rep. Rayfield said he no longer believes Rep. Stout can effectively serve.
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon House Speaker Dan Rayfield on Tuesday asked for the resignation of Representative Brian Stout after a Columbia County judge upheld a restraining order against Stout.
“I’ve been deeply troubled by the allegations of sexual abuse and abusive behavior since they surfaced. These allegations have now been upheld by Judge Callahan,” Rayfield said in a statement KGW obtained.
“The behavior described in the judge’s order does not align with the values of the House of Representatives. I no longer believe he can effectively serve and should therefore resign.
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