Missouri House Speaker Dean Plocher is under fire for refusing to address a public report that investigated allegations of ethical misconduct against him. Despite the report finding no wrongdoing, it accuses Plocher of obstructing the investigation and preventing witnesses from testifying. Plocher shut down attempts to address the report at a news conference, leading to further criticism.
Republican members of the legislature have rejected the report and recommendations for disciplinary action against Plocher. The scandal has been ongoing since last year, and in a surprising move, Plocher fired his Chief of Staff and replaced him with Rod Jetton, a former House Speaker who pleaded guilty to misdemeanor assault in 2011.
Jetton’s appointment raises eyebrows due to his own past scandal, leading some to question Plocher’s judgment in choosing him for the role. The situation has put further scrutiny on Plocher’s leadership and how he handles allegations of misconduct within the legislature. No committee meetings have been held since the report was made public, indicating a lack of action on the issue.
The controversy surrounding Plocher and his handling of the report continues to unfold, with many questioning his leadership and transparency in light of the allegations against him.
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