[QUOTE][QUOTE]more...http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-42070496The longest-serving member of the US Congress has "expressly and vehemently" denied allegations that he sexually harassed staff members.
But John Conyers, a Michigan Democrat, appeared to confirm the payment of a settlement to one of his accusers.
A staff member claimed she was fired for refusing to "succumb to sexual advances" by the 88-year-old.
The House Ethics Committee launched an investigation into the prominent civil rights activist.
Mr Conyers first joined Congress in 1965 and is a member of the powerful House Judiciary Committee.
It was reported on Tuesday that he had paid $27,000 (£20,000) in exchange for the confidentiality of a former staff member who claims she was fired for refusing sex.
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