Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after ethics investigation, reports say

Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch is calling on State Rep. Harry Benton to resign after the conclusion of an ethics investigation.

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National story. 13 articles from 7 sources. Updated Jul 4, 2026.

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Sun TimesLean Left· Jul 3, 2026

Plainfield state Rep. Harry Benton resigns amid allegations of misconduct

Sun TimesLean Left· Jul 2, 2026

Illinois House Speaker Welch calls on state Rep. Harry Benton to quit over undisclosed misconduct allegations

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Fox32 ChicagoCenter· Jul 4, 2026

Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns after ethics investigation, reports say

Capitol News IllinoisCenter· Jul 3, 2026

Rep. Harry Benton resigns, withdraws name from ballot amid ethics investigation

WGN ChicagoCenter· Jul 3, 2026

Illinois Rep. Harry Benton resigns amid allegations of sexual harassment

NBC ChicagoLean Left· Jul 3, 2026

Illinois State Rep. Harry Benton submits letter of resignation, House confirms

WQADCenter· Jul 2, 2026

Illinois House Speaker to Rep. Harry Benton: Resign or be expelled

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  1. Jul 1Illinois House speaker calls on State Rep. Harry Benton to resign
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