British MP Faces Suspension and Recall After Groping Allegations
- Chris Pincher, a former deputy chief whip, faces an eight-week suspension for drunkenly groping two men at a private club.
- The suspension exceeds the threshold to trigger a recall petition and potential byelection in Pincher's constituency.
- Pincher denies breaching conduct rules but expresses contrition for his "profoundly damaging" actions.
- The allegations against Pincher contributed to the downfall of former Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
- The scandal reawakens discussion of inappropriate behavior and abuse of power in British politics.