Sex crimes could cost lawmakers taxpayer-funded pensions under Hawley’s new proposal

Sen. Josh Hawley introduced the 'No Pensions for Congressional Predators Act' to strip lawmakers convicted of sex crimes of taxpayer-funded pensions, addressing a loophole where sexual abuse convictions do not trigger pension forfeiture. The proposal follows recent resignations of Rep. Eric Swalwell and Rep. Tony Gonzales amid sexual misconduct allegations, both of whom could still receive pensions despite facing no charges.