Charles Rangel Archives

[Political Snapshot] Clyde Williams Hopes to Fill Charles Rangel’s Shoes

Hailey WallaceOctober 23, 2015September 28, 2017

by Hailey WallaceOctober 23, 2015September 28, 2017194

With the looming retirement of long-time Harlem Congressman, Charlie Rangel, quickly approaching, several candidates have emerged as hopefuls to succeed the Washington veteran. The newest...

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Reverend’s Revenge? Can Sharpton Topple Charles Rangel’s Run for 23rd Term in Office?

Richard SpiropoulosMay 23, 2014November 3, 2017

by Richard SpiropoulosMay 23, 2014November 3, 2017195

For the past few decades, the Rev. Al Sharpton and Democratic Representative Charles RangelÂ have been the two most recognizable African American names and faces in...

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Rangel Tangled: House Censures Disgraced Politician

Joyce JonesDecember 3, 2010November 14, 2017

by Joyce JonesDecember 3, 2010November 14, 2017123

A sad chapter in the political career of the legendary New York Rep. Charles Rangel came to a close Thursday evening when the House of...

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Black Caucus Reels From Ethics, Election Setbacks

Associated PressAugust 5, 2010March 20, 2011

by Associated PressAugust 5, 2010March 20, 2011143

These were supposed to be heady days for African Americans in Congress, with President Barack Obama occupying the White House and a half dozen blacks...

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Waters Asks for Trial Before November Elections

Associated PressAugust 5, 2010March 20, 2011

by Associated PressAugust 5, 2010March 20, 201176

Rep. Maxine Waters is asking a House ethics panel to hold her trial before the November congressional elections....

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Washington Report: Maxine in Troubled Waters

Joyce JonesAugust 3, 2010June 30, 2011

by Joyce JonesAugust 3, 2010June 30, 2011114

An investigative subcommittee has found substantial reason to believe that Rep. Maxine Waters violated House ethics rules. She has denied any wrongdoing....

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Rangel Reaches Plea Deal on Alleged Ethics Violations

Joyce JonesJuly 29, 2010March 27, 2013

by Joyce JonesJuly 29, 2010March 27, 2013100

Rep. Charles Rangel and lawyers for the House Ethics Committee have reportedly reached a plea deal Thursday in the New York Congressman's ethics case, according...

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Rangel Welcomes Chance to Respond to Ethics Charges

Joyce JonesJuly 23, 2010March 20, 2011

by Joyce JonesJuly 23, 2010March 20, 2011100

A House investigative panel announced Thursday a finding that Rep. Charles Rangel has violated congressional ethics rules. The details will be announced at an adjudicatory...

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Rangel Relinquishes Leadership of Ways and Means Panel

Joyce JonesMarch 3, 2010January 2, 2013

by Joyce JonesMarch 3, 2010January 2, 201392

After months of allegations that he violated ethics rules, New York Rep. Charles Rangel announced Wednesday morning that he has requested a leave of absence...

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Congressional Leaders Begin Reconciling Healthcare Bills

Joyce JonesJanuary 11, 2010October 13, 2012

by Joyce JonesJanuary 11, 2010October 13, 2012265

When members of the U.S. House of Representatives return to Washington this week, they will fully immerse themselves in the daunting task of reconciling the...