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Trump's AG Nominee Matt Gaetz Faces Sexual Misconduct Allegations, Including Paying for Sex with 17-Year-Old

Nov 18, 2024, 06:52 PM

Matt Gaetz, the President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, is facing serious allegations regarding sexual misconduct. A woman has testified before the House Ethics Committee that she witnessed Gaetz engaging in sexual acts with a minor at a party, according to her lawyer. This testimony adds to the scrutiny surrounding Gaetz, who was previously investigated for child sex trafficking. Additionally, reports indicate that Gaetz has allegedly paid two women for sex, as confirmed by their attorney, Joel Leppard. Leppard has stated that one of his clients also observed Gaetz having sex with a 17-year-old woman during a drug-fueled party in Florida. The allegations have intensified the controversy over Gaetz's nomination, raising questions about his suitability for the attorney general position given his lack of law enforcement experience and the serious nature of the accusations against him.