A bipartisan House Ethics Committee report found substantial evidence that former Rep. Matt Gaetz violated House rules, including engaging in statutory rape, illicit drug use, and obstructing the investigation. The report detailed payments totaling over $90,000 for sexual activity and drug use, including an encounter with a 17-year-old girl. Despite Gaetz’s denials and subsequent resignation from Congress, the report raises serious concerns about President-elect Trump’s judgment in considering Gaetz for Attorney General. Ethics advocates are now calling for increased scrutiny of Trump’s other nominees.
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Attorney General Merrick Garland’s tenure has been marked by highly controversial actions, drawing criticism from across the political spectrum. These include the DOJ’s attempts to prosecute Donald Trump while simultaneously shielding President Biden from similar accusations, the controversial raid on Mar-a-Lago, and the targeting of parents protesting school policies. Further fueling discontent, the DOJ has been accused of ignoring subpoenas, prosecuting political opponents more aggressively than those aligned with the administration, and interfering with investigations into the Biden family. The cumulative effect of these actions has severely damaged public trust in the DOJ and the FBI.
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Republican Senator Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration for Attorney General after facing anticipated opposition from several Republican Senators. This opposition stemmed from Gaetz’s role in ousting former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and an ongoing ethics investigation. The withdrawal sparked outrage among prominent Trump supporters, who accused these senators of obstructing the President-elect’s agenda. At least four Republican Senators reportedly indicated they would vote against Gaetz’s confirmation. Gaetz cited concerns that his confirmation process was becoming a distraction.
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In short, Trump’s vision for the Justice Department centers on weaponizing it against his political opponents, a plan heavily reliant on the willingness of his appointees, like Attorney General nominee Bondi, to participate. Bondi, despite a history of ethically questionable actions, maintains some ties to mainstream conservative legal circles, potentially creating future conflict with Trump’s demands. Experts predict this conflict will inevitably arise as Trump expects absolute loyalty, ultimately harming both Bondi and the nation.
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Matt Gaetz’s bid for Attorney General under a second Trump administration ultimately failed despite initial efforts to secure Senate support. His controversial past and unpopularity within Congress, coupled with Senate Republicans’ reluctance to confirm someone facing sex trafficking investigations, proved insurmountable obstacles. Even attempts to pressure or circumvent the Senate’s “advise and consent” role were unsuccessful, highlighting the body’s enduring power to resist executive influence. Ultimately, Gaetz withdrew his candidacy, leaving his future political prospects uncertain.
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Former Florida Representative Matt Gaetz announced he will not be returning to Congress, opting instead to support President-elect Trump’s administration from outside the House. His withdrawal from consideration as Attorney General, following allegations of sexual misconduct which he denies, preceded this decision. Gaetz cited the difficulties of simultaneously addressing Senate concerns and building the Department of Justice, ultimately endorsing Pam Bondi as his replacement. He attributed his difficulties partly to political maneuvering within the Republican party.
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Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration as Attorney General in the Trump administration, citing concerns that his confirmation process was becoming overly distracting. This decision follows a stalled House Ethics Committee investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use against Gaetz. The withdrawal came shortly after a CNN report detailing further allegations of sexual misconduct, which Gaetz denies. President-elect Trump accepted Gaetz’s decision, stating his respect for Gaetz’s desire to avoid distracting the administration.
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Merrick Garland’s tenure as Attorney General is a catastrophic failure, eclipsing any concerns about Matt Gaetz’s potential appointment. Garland’s abject inaction in holding Donald Trump accountable for his actions leading up to and including the January 6th insurrection has irrevocably damaged American democracy. The slow-walking of investigations, the delayed appointment of a special counsel, and the overall lack of decisive action allowed Trump to not only escape consequences but also to regain a position of political power, threatening a potential return to the White House.
This isn’t simply a matter of differing political opinions; it’s a fundamental failure of the justice system.… Continue reading
A witness testified before the House Ethics Committee in April 2024 that she observed Representative Matt Gaetz engaging in sexual acts with a minor at a 2017 party. This testimony occurred during an ongoing ethics investigation into Gaetz, which concluded simultaneously with a Justice Department probe that ultimately declined to file charges. Following Gaetz’s subsequent resignation and Donald Trump’s nomination of him as Attorney General, the release of the House Ethics Committee’s report is now subject to intense political debate. The witness’s attorney and some members of Congress are advocating for public release of the findings.
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Representative Matt Gaetz resigned from Congress two days before the House Ethics Committee was to release a report investigating allegations of drug use, sex with a minor, and other misconduct. The report included testimony from multiple women alleging payment for sex and attendance at drug-fueled parties with Gaetz. While Gaetz denies these accusations, the timing of his resignation, coinciding with President-elect Trump’s nomination of him as Attorney General, has raised concerns about potential obstruction of justice. Lawmakers from both parties are demanding the report’s release, with some suggesting the Senate could subpoena it if necessary.
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