Wingard Steps Down As Deputy GOP House Leader (Updated)

By NIGEL JAQUISS
STATE REP. MATT WINGARD

Today WW reported that a former legislative aide complained to two law enforcement agencies about alleged sexual misconduct on the part of her one-time boss, State Rep. Matt Wingard (R-Wilsonville).

This afternoon, House Republican Leader Kevin Cameron (R-Salem) announced Wingard will give up his leadership position in his caucus.

Here is Cameron's statement:


Update 5:35 p.m.: Wingard emailed WW a statement which reads, in part:
“Earlier today I have formally submitted my resignation as Deputy Leader of the Oregon House Republicans.  My resignation was graciously accepted by both Co-Speaker Bruce Hanna and Republican leader Kevin Cameron.  In hindsight, I should not have entered into the relationship and for that, I offer my most sincere apology.”
  
“I am also deeply sorry for the harm this has caused my family, friends and supporters."

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