Chuck Edwards: “I don't think Congress should appropriate any more money for these programs. I think the time for federal subsidies, if…”

I recognize now that my understanding of those relationships may not have always matched yours.

I can acknowledge poor judgment, regret the discomfort that some of my actions may have caused, and apologize to those who were hurt by this episode, while still disputing a conclusion that the evidence simply does not support.

The factual findings of this investigation do not justify branding me as though I did.

I’m sorry that my actions, my judgment or the way that I expressed a friendship ever put either of you in an uncomfortable position.