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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.
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