Rep. Sharon Chung hopes a new Illinois House speaker and IG will better address harassment claims

Illinois state Rep. Sharon Chung says she hopes a new House speaker and legislative inspector general will improve how harassment and abuse allegations are handled. Chung was among 26 lawmakers who pushed Emanuel “Chris” Welch to leave the speaker’s post, citing his handling of allegations that preceded Rep. Harry Benton’s resignation. Speaking to WGLT, Chung called for clearer reporting guidance for legislative staff and said the next speaker must address the issue.