Blumenthal Statement on the Resignation of Senator Al Franken

[WASHINGTON, DC] – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) released the following statement today after U.S. Senator Al Franken (D-MN) announced his resignation:

“Senator Franken made the right decision. The conversation about sexual harassment and assault must continue vigorously, and so should meaningful action against it. We must continue to listen to the incredibly courageous women and men across the nation who have come forward. Sexual harassment and assault needs to be stopped wherever and whenever it occurs – it continues to be far too prevalent in every sphere of American life.”