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.
Key Points
House Ethics Committee report found substantial evidence of violations by Gaetz.
Legal experts suggest Gaetz could face charges for crimes including statutory rape.
Political pressure and affiliations with influential figures may shield Gaetz from prosecution.
Pros
Legal experts believe charges could be brought against Gaetz for serious allegations.
Evidence from the Ethics Committee report could be used for potential prosecution.
Cons
Political affiliations with influential figures like Trump and DeSantis may prevent charges from being pursued.
Prosecutors face challenges in pursuing charges due to potential political protection.