The House Ethics Committee released a damning report on Monday detailing allegations against former Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida, citing substantial evidence of sexual misconduct, drug use, misuse of office, and obstruction. Gaetz, who denies all allegations, attempted to block the report’s release through a federal lawsuit earlier the …
Read More »House Ethics Report Details Allegations Against Matt Gaetz
A newly released report by the House Ethics Committee accuses former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) of serious misconduct, including paying for sex, using illegal drugs, and violating multiple House rules. The 37-page report, obtained by CBS News, outlines allegations of statutory rape, illicit drug use, and abuse of power during …
Read More »House Ethics Panel Moves to Publish Matt Gaetz Report
The House Ethics Committee has voted to release a long-awaited report detailing its investigation into allegations of misconduct by former Representative Matt Gaetz, R-Fla. The bipartisan decision, made earlier this month, marks a rare move for the often-secretive panel, which traditionally refrains from publishing findings after a member’s resignation. The …
Read More »House Blocks Release of Ethics Report on Former Rep. Matt Gaetz Amid Ongoing Debate
House lawmakers voted Thursday to block the release of an Ethics Committee report investigating former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., amid allegations of illicit drug use, sexual misconduct, and obstruction of the House probe. The report’s potential release has been a contentious issue, driven by Gaetz’s close ties to President-elect Donald …
Read More »House Democrat to Force House Vote to Release Ethics Report on Matt Gaetz
Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill.) introduced a resolution Tuesday to force a House vote compelling the release of the Ethics Committee’s report on its long-running investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.). The resolution, deemed “privileged,” requires action within two legislative days, ensuring it will be brought to the floor this …
Read More »Matt Gaetz Withdraws Nomination for Attorney General Amid Ethics Scandal
Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz announced Thursday that he is withdrawing his nomination for attorney general. The decision follows mounting scrutiny over allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use, as well as a years-long investigation by the House Ethics Committee. Gaetz, who has denied any wrongdoing, called the allegations …
Read More »House Ethics Committee Divided Over Releasing Gaetz Report
Jimmy Williams The House Ethics Committee met behind closed doors Wednesday but could not agree on whether to release a report detailing its yearslong investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., who is President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general. The report reportedly delves into allegations of sexual misconduct, illicit …
Read More »Gaetz Faces Allegations of Paid Sex as Attorney General Nomination Stirs Controversy
Jimmy Williams As President-elect Donald Trump pushes for Matt Gaetz to lead the Justice Department, allegations have surfaced that the former Florida congressman paid women for sex at exclusive parties, including one involving a minor. The accusations, made by attorney Joel Leppard on behalf of two women, have reignited scrutiny …
Read More »Here’s What We Know About The Investigations Into Matt Gaetz
Grace Panetta, Candice Norwood Originally published by The 19th Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general, has long been dogged by allegations of illicit drug use and sexual relations with underage women, though he has never been charged. Now, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle …
Read More »Speaker Mike Johnson Opposes Release of Matt Gaetz Ethics Report
Jimmy Williams House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., urged the House Ethics Committee on Friday to withhold the findings of its investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., now President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general. Johnson argued that releasing the report, which allegedly details accusations of sexual misconduct, drug use, …
Read More »Republicans Signal Tough Confirmation Path for Trump’s Attorney General Nominee, Matt Gaetz
Jimmy Williams President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) as attorney general has triggered questions among Republican senators, who are calling for a robust examination of Gaetz’s background and unresolved ethics investigations as they prepare for his Senate confirmation process. The surprise nomination of Gaetz, known for …
Read More »Trump to Pick Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz As Attorney General Amid Ethics Probe
Ashley Murray President-elect Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he intends to nominate U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz as the next attorney general of the United States, an unexpected pick as the Florida Republican remains the subject of a congressional ethics investigation for alleged sexual misconduct, illicit drug use and accepting improper …
Read More »House Ethics Panel Adds Allegations To Matt Gaetz Investigation
Ariana Figueroa, Source New Mexico The U.S. House Ethics Committee released a statement Tuesday saying it has “identified additional allegations that merit review” based on its investigation of prior allegations that Florida Republican U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz had inappropriate sexual relationships and violated rules by accepting gifts. The committee is …
Read More »Gaetz To Move To Oust McCarthy From Speakership This Week
Staunch Conservative Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-Florida) has formally declared his intention to file a motion to vacate against Rep. Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. Gaetz’s announcement comes after weeks of threats and promises to force a vote to remove McCarthy from leadership, should he collaborate with Democrats to …
Read More »House Jan. 6 Committee Reveals ‘Seditious Six’ GOP Lawmakers Who Sought Trump Pardons
Brett Wilkins, Common Dreams The House Select committee investigating the January 6, 2021 attack on the United States Capitol revealed Thursday that half a dozen Republican lawmakers sought preemptive pardons from then-President Donald Trump after they tried to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. According to the committee, …
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