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Florida State Rep. Fabián Basabe found liable for alleged sexual harassment against intern, aide
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Rubén Rosario , as published by WSVN 7 News
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The lawmaker was sued in 2023 by two individuals who worked with him. A Miami Beach state representative faces financial consequences after a recent court decision.
A Miami Beach state representative faces financial consequences after a recent court decision. The lawmaker was sued in 2023 by two individuals who worked with him. They alleged inappropriate physical contact occurred.
Details of the case are available from news outlets. It is known that the representative defended himself in court without the help of a lawyer. He chose not to call any witnesses during the trial.
The court's ruling will result in the representative paying damages, with the exact amount to be determined within a specified range.
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Category: beach Published: July 16, 2026 Source: WSVN 7 News Reading time: 1 min
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