‘Topless Tuesdays’ and sleeping kids remark rock Republican official

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14 Jul 2026 • 10:39 PM MYT
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‘Topless Tuesdays’ and sleeping kids remark rock Republican official

  • Montana Public Service Commissioner Brad Molnar has been suspended without pay for at least one year by Gov. Greg Gianforte.
  • The suspension follows an investigation into allegations of repeated sexually inappropriate comments and workplace misconduct made by Molnar to coworkers.
  • Specific allegations include suggesting "Topless Tuesdays" to a female employee and threatening to obtain photos of another employee's children sleeping.
  • Gov. Gianforte called Molnar's conduct "unprecedented" and stated it shattered public trust, acting on a recommendation from the Public Service Commission.
  • Molnar denies the allegations, claiming his suspension is politically motivated, and plans to challenge the decision in court.

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