Democrats Block Republican Led Resolution on Rangel

New York, NY —

On Capitol Hill, House Democrats have blocked a Republican-led resolution calling for Harlem Congressman Charles Rangel to step down from his post as chairman of the powerful Ways and Means Committee. Critics have wanted Rangel to step down pending an investigation by the House ethics committee. But the Democratic-led House shot down the motion 246 to 153. Rangel faces allegations of lapsed reporting when it comes to his taxes and personal finances. The ways and means committee oversees the IRS and plays a key role in the budget process.