Two Democrats call for Rangel’s resignation

Two Democrats say Rangel should resign

WASHINGTON — At least two House Democrats are calling on embattled Rep. Charlie Rangel to resign.

Congressmen John Yarmuth of Kentucky and Zack Space of Ohio say the 13 charges of ethics violations against Rangel show a pattern of disregard for House rules, and undermine the public’s trust in Congress.

Yarmuth made his comments to the Louisville Courier-Journal. A spokesman for Space confirmed Friday that his boss wants Rangel to leave.

A House ethics panel made its tax and disclosure violation charges against Rangel public Thursday. Rangel denies the charges and says the indictment contains factual errors.

House Democrats heading home for their August recess are wrestling with how to handle the matter back home in their districts.