Republicans Cannot Ignore DesJarlais’ Unethical Behavior, Lies Any Longer
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Court transcripts confirm that Republican Congressman Scott DesJarlais, a doctor, engaged in multiple sexual relationships and drug use with patients, a clear violation of his professional code of ethics and Tennessee law.
DesJarlais’ testimony, given under oath, verifies a long record of unethical and irresponsible behavior and also directly contradicts statements he has made recently to his supporters, colleagues and media outlets covering his re-election bid for U.S. Congress.
Tennessee Democratic Party Chairman Chip Forrester issued the following statement:
“Congressman Scott DesJarlais’ lies have come home to roost. Just like he abused his power as a doctor and violated the trust of his patients, he has betrayed those who have defended him by deceiving them about his affairs with patients. The power brokers in the Republican Party can no longer hide behind DesJarlais’ shameful and selfish lies. Reality is staring them in the face. It’s time they addressed these disgusting facts and held him accountable for his continued pattern of lies, deception and hypocrisy.
“He lied to us about his record when he ran for office the first time and he lied to Tennesseans again during his second campaign. DesJarlais has acted irresponsibly, his actions are contemptible and his tangled web of deceit is sickening. Scott DesJarlais should be barred from practicing medicine, and he should give up his seat in Congress to make way for someone worthy of the trust that Tennesseans instill in their elected officials.”
COVERAGE:
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