Lawmakers using taxpayer money for misconduct payouts could soon face public shaming

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EXCLUSIVE — Two House Republicans are proposing the return of public shaming in response to the torrent of bad behavior by their colleagues, like ex-Reps. Eric Swallwell (D-CA) Tony Gonzales (R-TX).

Reps. Stephanie Bice (R-OK) and Josh Brecheen (R-OK) told the Washington Examiner they are introducing legislation requiring any member of Congress who uses taxpayer money to settle misconduct lawsuits to be publicly exposed to the entire House.

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