Andrejs Judins, Chairman of the Saeima Legal Affairs Committee and a member of the “New Unity” party in Latvia, is facing accusations of emotional abuse. The allegations concern a staff member working within the committee. Latvian Radio first reported on the situation on October 14. Details of the alleged abuse have not yet been released publicly. This news comes as a blow to the “New Unity” party and raises questions about the work environment within the Saeima. The allegations are currently under scrutiny and further investigation is expected. Judins has not yet publicly commented on the accusations.