The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., over allegations that he “may have created or fostered a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment.” The announcement follows reports that Edwards was being scrutinized over interactions with much younger female staffers that left them feeling uncomfortable. Edwards previously called the allegations “baseless” and said in a statement to NBC News on Thursday that he welcomed an investigation. “As I have stated, I welcome any investigation and plan to comply fully with the Committee,” he said. “I am confident the investigation will expose the facts, not politically motivated fiction.” A report in Axios this week, citing four sources familiar with their interactions, said one now-former female staffer complained to others about the married Edwards pressuring her to go out to dinner with him and to get drinks. She later shared her concerns with his chief of staff.…