Rep. Katie Hill says she's leaving Congress because of 'gutter politics' and a double standard.
-- the California Congresswoman who's resigned amid a nude photos scandal -- says she's leaving because of"gutter politics," and she's taking a parting shot at prominent men in power.
Rep. Hill outlined her reasons Thursday for resigning during her farewell speech on the House floor ... blaming a"misogynistic culture" and right-wing media for stopping at nothing to sabotage her career. Hill claims since her nude photos surfaced last week, along with allegations of 2 extramarital relationships, she's been holed up at home ... in fear for her life.
She says she's received countless vile messages -- including threats of releasing more of her private info and photos without her consent -- so she's leaving for the well-being of her loved ones and herself. It is with a broken heart that today I announce my resignation from Congress. This is the hardest thing I have ever had to do, but I believe it is the best thing for my constituents, my community, and our country.
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