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‘He slapped my butt’: Trial begins for Florida lawmaker accused of sexual harassment

The civil trial for Representative Fabian Basabe (R-Miami Beach) began with opening statements on Monday.
By Matt Hoffmann
Published: Jul. 13, 2026 at 1:50 PM EDT

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