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PORTLAND -- Accusations about the behavior of Oregon U.S. Representative David Wu are leading to questions about his future.
Some of Oregon's other prominent politicians are weighing in. In recent months, six of Wu's staff -- including his longtime Chief -- have quit with some saying their former boss needs psychiatric help.
But Wu is still on the job, actively involved in Washington DC politics this month, say colleagues.
Wu has had some notably quirky moments in recent years. In 2007 he addressed the House, saying "Klingons" are running the White House. Recently, he lost his train of thought for period of time on NewsChannel 8's public affairs show "Straight Talk."
Former staffers have alluded to drinking issues for Wu and reportedly staged an intervention with Wu months ago prior to resigning.
Rep. Kurt Schrader showed compassion for his colleague Monday.
"David may have some issues and if it was anybody else besides a politician most people would be getting him help rather than try to beat him up," said Schrader.
Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon told NewsChannel 8 Wu and his constituents will have to wrestle with his circumstances.
"If he's having a hard time, I wish him all the best in figuring it out," said Merkley.
Wu has declined requests for interviews for several days.
He did recently acknowledge getting professional medical help for stress, following a recent divorce and the death of his father.
The Oregonian published an editorial about Wu Monday, calling for an end to the charade and saying that he should "get help or let someone else fully, effectively represent the 1st Congressional District."
