US Congress' top doctor Brian Monahan resigns amid misconduct probe; he forced staff to cut lawmakers' toenails

Dr Brian Monahan, the longtime physician responsible for providing medical care to members of the US Congress and Supreme Court justices, has left his post amid a military investigation into allegations of misconduct, mismanagement and a toxic work environment at his office. Monahan, a two-star Navy rear admiral who served as the attending physician of the US Capitol since 2009, stepped down following complaints from Navy personnel assigned to his office. The allegations include excessive working hours, threats against staff who complained and demands to perform personal tasks for lawmakers, including cutting their toenails.Senate Majority Leader John Thune confirmed Monahan's departure on Thursday, saying, "My understanding is he's resigned."It is not known whether Monahan resigned voluntarily or was removed from the position. The Washington Post reported that Monahan said in a voicemail message that he was no longer serving with the Office of the Attending Physician. Punchbowl News reported that his departure followed a prolonged internal struggle involving allegations of mismanagement and workplace misconduct.Staff allegedly worked 70-80 hours a week, had to cut toenails of lawmakersNavy personnel assigned to the congressional medical office reportedly complained that they were routinely made to work between 70 and 80 hours a week. According to reports by Navy Times, staff members were also threatened with losing bonuses if they raised concerns or requested leave.…