Matt Gaetz considering gubernatorial bid amidst allegations

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz is considering a gubernatorial bid in Florida, facing allegations of misconduct, including violating House Rules and other standards of conduct.

Debut of Matt Gaetz's Show on One America News Network

Former congressman Matt Gaetz debuted his show on One America News Network, but viewers were more focused on his appearance than the content. Some speculated about Botox and cosmetic procedures. The show touched on a crucial congressional vote regarding House Speaker Mike Johnson.

Criticism of MAGA Base and Matt Gaetz's Political Future

Former Rep. Max Rose (D-NY) criticized the MAGA base on MSNBC, claiming they are angry, aggressive, and disregard facts. He also expressed doubt about Matt Gaetz's political future amidst allegations.

Allegations against Former Rep. Matt Gaetz

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz faces allegations of illegal activities, including drug use, bribes, and sex trafficking, but may not face criminal charges from the Florida Attorney General or Seminole County Sheriff. The House Ethics report found substantial evidence of violations of laws and standards of conduct, despite Gaetz's denial of any wrongdoing.

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.

Allegations against Matt Gaetz for Drug Use and Sex with a Minor

Legal experts suggest former Congressman Matt Gaetz could face criminal charges for alleged involvement in drugs and sex with a minor, but political affiliations may protect him from 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.

Matt Gaetz to Host Primetime Show on OAN

Former Congressman Matt Gaetz is set to host his own primetime show on One America News Network, along with co-hosting a podcast. Gaetz resigned from Congress amid allegations and withdrew his nomination for attorney general. OAN, a pro-Trump network, faces a lawsuit from Dominion Voting Systems over election fraud claims.

Leak of Investigation Details by Rep. Susan Wild

Rep. Susan Wild (D-PA) admitted to leaking details of the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, which played a role in derailing Gaetz's nomination for attorney general. The Ethics Committee is under scrutiny for leaks and unusual actions regarding the investigation.

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 joins Cameo to create personalized videos for fans

After withdrawing from consideration as Attorney General and resigning from Congress, Matt Gaetz has joined the platform Cameo to create personalized videos for fans, charging a minimum of $550 per video. Despite facing allegations of sexual misconduct and investigation by the Justice Department, Gaetz is now using Cameo as a source of income.

Matt Gaetz joins Cameo to create personalized videos for fans

Former Florida representative Matt Gaetz has joined the platform Cameo to create personalized videos for fans after withdrawing his name for consideration as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general amid sexual misconduct allegations. He charges a minimum of $550 per video and has been addressing various topics in his messages.

Matt Gaetz potentially joining Newsmax as a host

Newsmax host Greg Kelly suggested that Matt Gaetz could come work for Newsmax after withdrawing his nomination for attorney general. Newsmax executives have long pushed for Gaetz to host his own show at the network.

Matt Gaetz stepping down as Attorney General nominee

Matt Gaetz steps down as President-elect's choice for Attorney General due to lack of Senate support and allegations of sexual misconduct. His background and behavior make him an unusual choice for the position.

Jeff Witt running for Matt Gaetz's seat in Florida's 1st congressional district

Jeff Witt, a fighter pilot and decorated combat veteran, is entering the race to fill Matt Gaetz's seat in Florida's 1st congressional district. Witt vows to focus on controlling inflation, securing borders, and strengthening the military, aligning with President Trump's 'America First' agenda.

Donald Trump's Attorney General Nominee Rejection

Former Trump communications director Anthony Scaramucci claimed that President-elect Donald Trump's first nominee for Attorney General, Matt Gaetz, was rejected by Republican senators due to concerns about Trump becoming a 'lame duck' before he is sworn in.

Matt Gaetz's Decision to Not Return to Congress

Former U.S. Rep Matt Gaetz will not return to Congress after withdrawing as Trump's attorney general nominee. He plans to continue fighting for Trump and the MAGA movement from a new perch.

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz's Future in Congress

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., announced he does not plan to rejoin Congress after withdrawing his name from consideration to be President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general due to sexual misconduct allegations. A special election will be held on April 1, 2025, to fill Gaetz's seat in Florida's First Congressional District.

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz's Decision Not to Rejoin Congress

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., has stated that he does not plan to rejoin Congress after withdrawing from consideration to be President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general due to sexual misconduct allegations. Gaetz will focus on other goals in life and continue to support President Trump.

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.

Trump's Defense Secretary Pick

With Matt Gaetz withdrawing from consideration for attorney general, attention now turns to Trump's defense secretary pick, Pete Hegseth, who is facing allegations of sexual assault. Republicans are rallying behind Hegseth, but there are concerns about potential backlash. Despite the controversy, experts believe Hegseth will likely be confirmed.

Scrutiny on Cabinet Nominees Pete Hegseth and Tulsi Gabbard After Matt Gaetz's Confirmation Defeat

After Matt Gaetz's confirmation defeat, cabinet nominees Pete Hegseth and Tulsi Gabbard are now facing increased scrutiny from the media. Allegations and controversies surround their nominations, with media outlets focusing on their backgrounds and potential issues. The media's coverage has shifted from Gaetz to Hegseth and Gabbard, with concerns raised about their qualifications and past actions.

Comparison between Sen. Mitch McConnell's stance on attorney general nominees

Sen. Mitch McConnell opposed Matt Gaetz as attorney general nominee but voted to confirm Merrick Garland for the same post. McConnell has been criticized for not supporting the America First agenda and allowing the Justice Department to be weaponized against America First Republicans.

Donald Trump's new pick for Justice Department

College professor and MSNBC contributor Jason Johnson warns that President-Elect Donald Trump's new pick for the Justice Department, Pam Bondi, is a dangerous and effective choice who could carry out Trump's agenda, unlike Matt Gaetz.

Current Events Recap

President-elect Trump announced Pam Bondi as his new choice for Justice Department after Matt Gaetz withdrew amid controversy. Putin claims right to strike NATO countries arming Ukraine. Storm in California raises questions about climate change impact. NPR explores efforts to bridge political divides. Various entertainment recommendations from NPR. E. coli bacteria image included.

Donald Trump's decision not to nominate Matt Gaetz as attorney general

Donald Trump decided not to nominate Matt Gaetz as the next attorney general due to concerns from Republican senators about sex scandals and investigations surrounding Gaetz. Gaetz resigned from his Florida congressional seat to avoid further scandal. Gaetz had previously been confident about his confirmation prospects but ultimately withdrew his name from consideration.

Political Updates and Climate Change

Trump picks Pam Bondi as nominee for AG after Matt Gaetz withdraws, Russia's Putin takes an even more aggressive stance, and exploring the connection between climate change and atmospheric river storms.

House Ethics Report on Matt Gaetz and Sexual Assault Allegations

Rep. Don Beyer argues for the public release of the House Ethics report on Matt Gaetz, highlighting a larger issue of sexual assault allegations against multiple officials including RFK Jr. and Pete Hegseth.

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse's remarks on MSNBC about the Department of Justice not being weaponized against President-elect Donald Trump

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse claims on MSNBC that the Department of Justice was not weaponized against President-elect Donald Trump, emphasizing that the focus should be on Trump's criminal actions rather than attacking prosecutors.

Trump nominates Pam Bondi as Attorney General

President-elect Trump nominates former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as the next Attorney General of the United States, replacing Matt Gaetz, who withdrew after allegations of paying underage women for sex.

Matt Gaetz's Withdrawal from Consideration for Attorney General

Former Congressman Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration for Attorney General after being nominated by Donald Trump, with Sen. JD Vance thanking him for his work. Gaetz cited a distraction to the Trump/Vance Transition as the reason for his withdrawal.

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.

Senate Republicans warn of contentious confirmation proceedings for Matt Gaetz

Senate Republicans warn that confirmation proceedings for former Rep. Matt Gaetz as Attorney General would be contentious, with allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use likely to be splashed across the media. Some suggest Gaetz should withdraw his nomination to avoid a messy confirmation hearing.

Political Updates

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's pick for Attorney General amid allegations of paying underage women for sex. Biden administration loosens immigration restrictions. Heritage launches campaign targeting senators for Trump Cabinet confirmations. Trump's incoming White House chief of staff's lobbying interest under scrutiny. Congress racing to execute recommendations of Trump's new DOGE commission.

Jimmy Kimmel's Continued Criticism of Donald Trump

Jimmy Kimmel continues to push the idea of seeing President-elect Donald Trump behind bars, despite left's lawfare cases against him falling apart post-election. Kimmel criticizes Trump's cabinet picks, focusing on Matt Gaetz for U.S. Attorney General. The left's efforts to damage Trump's campaign failed as he won the election. Special counsel Jack Smith's legal persecution of Trump is coming to an end.

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.

Matt Gaetz withdrawing from consideration for attorney general

Matt Gaetz withdraws his name from consideration for attorney general under the incoming Trump administration. Potential names floated to head the Department of Justice next include Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey and Republican Sen. Mike Lee from Utah.

Donald Trump thanking Matt Gaetz for seeking approval as Attorney General

President-elect Donald Trump thanked Matt Gaetz for seeking approval to be Attorney General but Gaetz withdrew from consideration to avoid distracting the Administration. Gaetz stated he did not want to be a distraction to the critical work of the Trump/Vance Transition. Trump had nominated Gaetz to clean up the bureaucracy.

Matt Gaetz withdraws from consideration for Attorney General position

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration for the Attorney General position in President-elect Donald Trump's administration due to distractions and a need for a smooth transition. Gaetz remains committed to Trump's success.

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's pick for Attorney General amid allegations

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's pick for Attorney General amid allegations of paying underage women for sex, leaving the role open for other candidates. Trump praised Gaetz for his loyalty but accepted his withdrawal to avoid distraction.

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz Withdraws Attorney General Candidacy

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz withdraws his candidacy for Attorney General due to sex trafficking and drug use allegations, which threatened his confirmation. Trump had nominated Gaetz for the position.

Senator Josh Hawley's comments on media treatment of Matt Gaetz

Senator Josh Hawley criticized the media's treatment of former Rep. Matt Gaetz, comparing it to the backlash faced by Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Hawley emphasized the importance of allowing nominees to have confirmation hearings before passing judgment.

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.

Senate Republicans' concerns about Matt Gaetz's nomination for Attorney General

Senate Republicans warn that the confirmation proceedings for former Rep. Matt Gaetz as Attorney General would be highly contentious, comparing it to the Kavanaugh hearings. Some are suggesting Gaetz should withdraw his nomination to avoid an embarrassing confirmation process.

Trump's Cabinet Selection and Transition

President-elect Trump's team is confident that Senate Republicans will approve his cabinet selection, despite some picks raising eyebrows from both Republicans and Democrats. Trump is focused on putting 'America first' with his cabinet picks.

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.

Political Commentary on Matt Gaetz's Cabinet Pick

CNN political commentator Van Jones criticizes Republicans for potentially approving President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet pick of former Rep. Matt Gaetz, calling him a 'fruit loop looney tunes dude.'

House Ethics Panel Report on Matt Gaetz

House Ethics Panel has not agreed to release the report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL). The report is still not completed and may be finished in December. Gaetz resigned from Congress after being tapped by President-elect Donald Trump as Attorney General. The committee needs one Republican vote to release the report.

Opposition to Trump's Nominations of Tulsi Gabbard and Matt Gaetz

The New York Post's Editorial Board opposes President-elect Donald Trump's nominations of Tulsi Gabbard and Matt Gaetz for top roles in his administration, citing concerns about their qualifications and ethics. The nominations come after years of unelected bureaucrats wielding power within the administrative state.

2024 Republican Primary Races in Florida, Wyoming, and Alaska

The Trump campaign hosted surrogates at a press conference in Chicago to counter the Democratic National Convention. Primary races in Florida, Wyoming, and Alaska are underway. Florida Sen. Rick Scott and Rep. Matt Gaetz are key figures in the Republican primary races.

Comparison of Rep. Matt Gaetz to an 'inflatable sex doll'

Rep. Derrick Van Orden compared Rep. Matt Gaetz to an 'inflatable sex doll' following Gaetz's speech at the Republican National Convention. Van Orden has a history of making disparaging remarks about Gaetz, including calling him a 'little b*tch' after an awkward exchange with former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

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.

Political Beef Between Kevin McCarthy and Matt Gaetz

Former Rep. Kevin McCarthy and Rep. Matt Gaetz are engaged in a political beef dating back months, with McCarthy recently calling Gaetz 'the Hunter Biden of the Republican Party' in a public insult.

Political Scandal Involving Kevin McCarthy and Matt Gaetz

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy claims he was ousted because a member of Congress wanted him to stop an ethics complaint related to alleged sexual misconduct with a 17-year-old. Rep. Matt Gaetz is implicated in the situation.

Luther Campbell Running for Congress in Florida

Former 2 Live Crew rapper Luther Campbell plans to run for Congress in Florida as a Democrat to fight against Republicans like Matt Gaetz and Donald Trump.

Turmoil within House Republican Caucus

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy criticized current House Speaker Mike Johnson for not allowing enough time to read spending bills, blaming the downfall of Republicans on Rep. Matt Gaetz leading his ouster. McCarthy highlighted accomplishments during his tenure and emphasized the importance of transparency in legislation.

House Judiciary Hearing on President Joe Biden's Ghostwriter

Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz questions Special Counsel Robert Hur on President Joe Biden's ghostwriter during a House Judiciary hearing, expressing concern over the handling of evidence related to classified documents.