St. Paul Mayor Her Faces April Harassment Probe Over Sexual Texts to Police Chief
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Updated · FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul · Jul 29
St. Paul Mayor Her Faces April Harassment Probe Over Sexual Texts to Police Chief
3 articles · Updated · FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul · Jul 29
Summary
Mayor Kaohly Her said some of her “attempts at humor fell short” as St. Paul investigates allegations that she made inappropriate sexual comments to Police Chief Axel Henry and other city employees.
An April complaint filed by Henry’s lawyer includes a screenshot of a text message allegedly sent by Her to a city employee and seeks data from each of the mayor’s phones.
Employment lawyer Sheila Engelmeier said texts with work colleagues can be part of a harassment case even if sent after hours or from personal devices, calling such material “fair game.”
Most city council members have declined to comment; Council President Nelsie Yang called them serious allegations and said she will review the findings when the independent investigation ends.
The city has given no timeline for conclusions or possible action, leaving open what the probe will find and whether Her will face consequences.