West Virginia Senator Mike Maroney has been removed from his position as chairman of the Senate Committee on Health and Human Resources following his arrest on misdemeanor charges of indecent exposure and disorderly conduct. The incident occurred on August 4 at Gumby’s Cigarette & Beer World in Glen Dale, where surveillance footage allegedly captured Maroney performing sexual acts in a gaming room. Senate President Craig Blair expressed concern for Maroney's well-being and stated that the allegations, if true, do not meet the standards expected of elected officials. Maroney has served in the Senate since 2016 and faced a challenging primary election earlier this year, resulting in his defeat. This incident marks a significant fall from grace for the senator, who has faced legal issues in the past, including a previous arrest for soliciting a prostitute. As the legal proceedings unfold, Blair emphasized the importance of due process for Maroney.