A report by the House Ethics Committee alleges that former Congressman Matt Gaetz committed various ethical and potential criminal offenses, including statutory rape. Gaetz resigned from Congress before the report's release but could still face legal consequences.
The future of former Congress man Matt Gaetz is uncertain after the House Ethics Committee released a report alleging ethical and potential criminal infractions, including statutory rape . The report, released on Monday, revealed substantial evidence that Representative Gaetz violated House rules against prostitution, statutory rape , illicit drug use, impermissible gifts, special favors, and obstruction of Congress .
Gaetz resigned from Congress shortly after being nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as U.S. attorney general last month. Although the report release was temporarily blocked by Gaetz's resignation, allegations raised doubts about his Senate confirmation. He ultimately withdrew from consideration a week after the nomination. While Gaetz could face criminal and civil liabilities, he remains popular among MAGA Republicans and, at 42 years old, could have a long political career. Gaetz stated at a Turning Point USA event in Arizona on Sunday that he might run for the 2026 Florida gubernatorial election, become a special counsel, challenge his former House colleagues, or pursue the soon-to-be-vacant Florida U.S. Senate seat currently held by Marco Rubio. He also mentioned the possibility of returning to the House of Representatives. Since Gaetz is no longer a U.S. House member, he cannot be punished for any ethical violations within the chamber
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