Allegations against Matt Gaetz

Former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz could potentially face criminal charges for taking drugs and having sex with a minor, as alleged by a House Ethics Committee report. Legal experts believe that political pressure may prevent prosecution.

Investigation into Former Rep. Matt Gaetz's Misconduct

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz was found by congressional ethics investigators to have paid numerous women for sex, including a 17-year-old girl, and used illegal drugs. The House Ethics Committee concluded that Gaetz violated multiple state laws related to sexual misconduct while in office.

Investigation into Former Rep. Matt Gaetz

The House Ethics Committee found substantial evidence of misconduct by former Rep. Matt Gaetz, including prostitution, statutory rape, and drug use. Gaetz denied paying for sex with a minor, with no criminal charges filed after a Justice Department investigation. Gaetz has resigned from Congress amid these allegations.

Response to Pregnancy Rumors

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez responds to pregnancy rumors, denying that she is pregnant and attributing any appearance changes to Thanksgiving food. The rumors were fueled by conservative activist Laura Loomer's insinuations. Ocasio-Cortez has been engaged to Riley Roberts, a web designer.

House Ethics Committee Meeting on Matt Gaetz

House Ethics Committee meeting to discuss releasing report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who resigned amid accusations of sex with a minor and illicit drug use. Gaetz denied wrongdoing, and a federal investigation did not lead to charges. Committee faced challenges in reaching agreement on report release.

Matt Gaetz's Resignation and Future Plans

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz resigned from the House and cannot revoke his resignation. There is uncertainty about his future plans and potential implications for the House Ethics Committee's inquiry.

Resignation of Former Rep. Matt Gaetz

Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz announces he will not be joining Congress in the next session, settles speculation about his future. Gaetz had resigned from the 118th session amid an investigation by the House Ethics Committee.

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's attorney general nominee amid sex-trafficking investigation

Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general nominee due to a federal sex-trafficking investigation. Gaetz is accused of making payments to women involved in drug-fueled sex parties. Gaetz resigned from the House of Representatives and may be considered as Florida's next senior senator.

Allegations of sexual encounters involving Rep. Matt Gaetz

The woman who was 17 at the time testified to having two sexual encounters with then-Rep. Matt Gaetz, one of which involved another adult woman. Gaetz has denied the allegations and backed out as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general nominee. The House Ethics Committee is facing pressure to release the final report of their investigation.

Matt Gaetz Withdraws Attorney General Nomination Amid Federal Investigation

Matt Gaetz withdraws his name from consideration as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general nominee due to a federal sex-trafficking investigation. Gaetz faced allegations of drug-fueled sex parties and payments to women. Gaetz resigned from the House of Representatives and potential Senate nomination by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Trump praised Gaetz and named other potential picks for the Senate seat. Gaetz denied all accusations and has not been formally charged.

Federal Investigation into Matt Gaetz's Involvement with Women and Sex Parties

A document obtained by The New York Times reveals a trail of payments from Matt Gaetz to women for sex parties, including a 17-year-old girl. The federal investigation did not lead to charges. Gaetz denies the accusations. The House Ethics Committee obtained the document but deadlocked on releasing a report. Gaetz's communication director blamed the Justice Department for leaking classified materials. The investigation involved Venmo transactions and testimonies from women paid by Gaetz.

House vote on releasing Ethics Committee's report on Matt Gaetz

Rep. Sean Casten plans to trigger a vote in the House to release the Ethics Committee's report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, despite Gaetz no longer being a member. House Speaker Mike Johnson opposes the release, citing a precedent concern.

House Ethics Committee Investigation into Rep. Matt Gaetz

House Ethics Committee investigators have interviewed several women who were witnesses in the DOJ probe into Rep. Matt Gaetz, with some alleging payments for sex and drug-filled parties. Gaetz denies all allegations and claims exoneration in every investigation. The committee continues to review allegations of sexual misconduct, drug use, and obstruction of government investigations.

House Ethics Committee investigation into Rep. Matt Gaetz

The House Ethics Committee is investigating allegations that Rep. Matt Gaetz used illicit drugs and attended parties with underage individuals. Gaetz has denied all wrongdoing and the Justice Department declined to bring charges against him. The probe involves questions about drug use, sexual activities, and connections to other individuals. Gaetz has criticized the Ethics Committee for targeting him.