List of federal political sex scandals in the United States

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This list contains notable sex scandals in American history involving incumbent U.S. federal elected politicians and persons appointed with the consent of the United States Senate. [1] [2] [3] This list does not include politicians' sex crimes. [4] [ disputed discuss ]

Contents

This list is ordered chronologically, with emphasis on modern scandals. Before the 1970s, American media did not cover political sex scandals extensively. [5] Additionally, outing politicians has increased since 1989. [6]

For all listed people, the scandal (or scandalous behavior) occurred while they were occupying a federal office, even if coverage was posthumous.

Definitions

This list does not cover instances or accusations of sexism, homophobia, or exhibitionism that do not include or seek sexual activity.

A scandal is "loss of or damage to reputation caused by actual, accused, or apparent violation of morality or propriety." [7] Scandal is not the same as controversy or unpopularity. Misunderstandings, breaches of ethics, and cover-ups may result in scandals, depending on the amount of publicity generated and the seriousness of the alleged behavior. [8]

1796–1899

1900–1969

1970–1979

1980–1989

1990–1999

2000–2009

2010–2019

2020–present

See also

Federal politicians:

State and local politics:

Notes

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