Wyoming secretary of state resigns amid misconduct claims
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Wyoming’s secretary of state, a potential 2018 candidate for governor, resigned Friday following accusations of sexual misconduct by two women dating from decades ago, marking a sudden fall for one of the state’s rising Republican political stars.
“I step aside with peace and serenity in order that I may fully focus on what is most important in my life: my marriage, my family and my health,” Ed Murray said in a statement.
Republican Gov. Matt Mead issued a short statement saying he supported Murray’s decision.
“In discussions I have had with the secretary, he felt this was the right action,” Mead said.