House Ethics Committee Confirms Investigation into Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz, Issues 25 Subpoenas

Jun 18, 2024, 03:12 PM

The House Ethics Committee has confirmed it is investigating Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) over multiple allegations, including sexual misconduct, illicit drug use, and obstruction of justice. The committee's probe, which began on April 9, 2021, has identified additional allegations that merit review, such as Gaetz accepting improper gifts, dispensing special privileges and favors to individuals with whom he had personal relationships, and sharing inappropriate images or videos on the House floor. The committee has faced difficulties in obtaining relevant information from Gaetz, who has dismissed the investigations as 'frivolous.' The committee has issued 25 subpoenas as part of the investigation and has decided not to pursue allegations of bribery further. The House Ethics panel released a new statement detailing these developments.