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Lawmakers May Support #MeToo, Wear Black During State Of The Union

The House Democratic Women's Working Group has invited lawmakers to wear black during the State of the Union to support the #MeToo movement.

Lawmakers May Support #MeToo, Wear Black During State Of The Union

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Cristina Mutchler

By Cristina Mutchler

Posted: 2:01 p.m. EST Jan 10, 2018

The House Democratic Women's Working Group has invited members of Congress to make a statement by wearing black during President Trump's first State of the Union on Jan. 30.

The group says the move is meant to show support for the anti-sexual harassment #MeToo and #TimesUp campaigns.

On Sunday, Hollywood celebrities stood in solidarity with the movements by wearing black to the Golden Globes.

Allegations of sexual harassment or misconduct have swirled around Capitol Hill in recent months, with some lawmakers resigning or declining to run for re-election due to misconduct claims.

Additional reporting from Newsy affiliate CNN.

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