House Ethics Committee

Gaetz Payments to Women Traced in Federal Inquiry

Federal inquiry traced payments from Matt Gaetz to women, a fact substantiated by a document obtained by a major news outlet and a lawyer representing some of these women. This document, a chart detailing a complex web of financial transactions, depicts thousands of dollars flowing from Gaetz to a group of associates and women involved in alleged drug-fueled sex parties between 2017 and 2020. The payments, primarily conducted through Venmo, are visually represented connecting Gaetz and his associates to the women involved.

The details revealed in this chart corroborate earlier claims made by a lawyer representing two women who allege they received payment for sex with Gaetz.… Continue reading

GOP Blocks Gaetz Ethics Report Release

The House Ethics Committee deadlocked along party lines, refusing to immediately release its investigation into President-elect Trump’s attorney general nominee, Matt Gaetz, who faces sexual misconduct allegations. A reconsideration vote is scheduled for December 5th. Despite this setback, Gaetz is actively campaigning for confirmation, meeting with Republican senators who expressed a need for full information before voting. Support for Gaetz is strong among some Republicans, who view the scrutiny as politically motivated, while others await further evidence before making a decision.

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Gaetz Allegedly Spent Thousands on Sex with Minors

Attorney Tim Leppard claims former Congressman Matt Gaetz paid two women over $10,000 for sex, citing committee records showing payments and travel arrangements. These women, who also provided photographic and textual evidence, testified to witnessing Gaetz engaging in sexual acts with a 17-year-old. Despite a prior federal investigation concluding without charges, the House Ethics Committee’s findings, expected to be released soon, are based on the testimony of over a dozen witnesses. Gaetz denies all allegations.

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Gaetz Paid Women Over $10,000 for Sex, Provided Photos to House Investigators

Two women who claim former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid them for sex provided the House Ethics Committee with substantial evidence, including photos from a 2019 New York trip where Gaetz allegedly covered their travel and paid for sex. This evidence also included selfies allegedly sent by Gaetz and nude photos sent by the women, sometimes at his request. The women testified about these encounters and payments exceeding $10,000, with one woman stating she felt pressured to please Gaetz. Despite the Justice Department declining to file charges, the House committee’s investigation amassed extensive additional evidence from numerous witnesses.

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Gaetz Depositions Hacked: Demand for Public Release Grows

Unauthorized access to depositions in the Chris Dorworth defamation case, including that of the alleged minor involved with Matt Gaetz, has been revealed. The leak, attributed to an individual using the name “Altam Beezley,” impacts ongoing investigations into Gaetz’s alleged sexual misconduct and other improprieties. Despite the Justice Department’s decision not to file charges, the House Ethics Committee’s investigation continues, facing debate over releasing its findings now that Gaetz has resigned and been nominated for Attorney General. This release is opposed by some, while others, including Democrats on the Ethics Committee, advocate for public transparency.

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MTG Threatens to Expose GOP Sexual Harassment Claims

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has threatened to release details of sexual harassment and assault claims against fellow Republicans if the House Ethics Committee releases its report on Matt Gaetz. This report, which was to detail allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use against Gaetz, is now defunct due to his recent resignation. These allegations include claims that Gaetz paid two women for sex and engaged in sexual acts with a 17-year-old, claims Gaetz denies. Greene’s threat escalates the situation, potentially exposing further damaging information within the Republican party.

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Release the Gaetz Ethics Report: Accountability or Whitewash?

President-elect Trump’s nomination of former Representative Matt Gaetz for Attorney General has sparked outrage due to Gaetz’s controversial past and lack of legal experience. Gaetz’s pugilistic reputation and involvement in efforts to oust House Speaker McCarthy, coupled with an unresolved ethics investigation resulting in his abrupt resignation from Congress, raise serious concerns about his suitability for the position. The House Ethics Committee, though having lost jurisdiction, may release its report on Gaetz, setting a precedent given similar actions taken in previous cases involving sexual misconduct. Public release of this report is warranted, given the Senate’s need for information and the American public’s right to know before confirming such a crucial appointment.

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Gaetz Used ‘Adopted Son’s’ PayPal for Sex, Witnesses Testify

Attorney Joel Leppard represents two women who testified before the House Ethics Committee that former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid them for sex, with payments allegedly made via Nestor Galban’s PayPal account. These payments, which occurred multiple times between 2017 and 2019 at various locations, including political events, were detailed in the women’s testimony. One woman also witnessed Gaetz having sex with a 17-year-old girl at a party. Despite a federal investigation concluding without charges, calls for the release of the House Ethics Committee’s report persist.

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Gaetz Misconduct Report: Ethics Committee Access Fuels Calls for Public Release

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Gaetz Ethics Report Shared With More Congress Members Amidst Calls for Public Release

Following President-elect Trump’s nomination of Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, the House Ethics Committee report on allegations of sexual abuse and illicit drug use against him has been made accessible to all committee members. This follows Gaetz’s temporary resignation from Congress, which initially stalled the report’s release. Despite House Speaker Mike Johnson’s request to keep the report confidential, the committee chair insists the decision on public release remains theirs. The report includes testimony from two women alleging Gaetz paid them for sex, with one further alleging he engaged in sex with a minor; Gaetz denies all accusations.

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