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In the face of mounting evidence – including an investigation of his Twitter platform and the discovery of another inappropriate photo – New York Congressman Anthony Weiner held a press conference today and admitted: I lied. I did send lewd photos to multiple women online. The scandal first erupted at the end of May, as a picture of Weiner’s covered crotch was found online, purported to be Tweeted to a 21-year old follower. Weiner immediately hired a lawyer, but also gave interviews in which he blamed the incident on a “prank.” But that defense became more untenable in the following days, resulting in today’s admission. During the press conference, Weiner said: He never met any of the women in question. He’s exchanged sexually explicit photos with “at least six women.” He dodged a question about whether or not he had “phone sex” with them and simply said they were adults and all actions were “consensual.” He told his wife the truth this morning and she was “very disappointed.” She also said she loved him and wanted the couple to “pull through.” He never asked anyone to lie or orchestrated any kind of cover-up. His staff was unaware of his actions. He labeled his actions “a personal failure” and said “I did a regrettable thing and for that I apologize.” He will not resign. You can watch the press conference below: Anthony Weiner Press Conference – I Lied.. We’ll have more on this story as news breaks. For now, you tell us: Should Weiner resign?

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Anthony Weiner Admits to Lewd Photos, Labels Actions a "Personal Failing"