Obstruction of Congress

House Ethics Report: Gaetz Paid for Sex, Drugs, and Sex with a Minor

The House Ethics Committee released a report detailing substantial evidence that former Rep. Matt Gaetz violated House rules and state laws, including potential statutory rape, by paying for sex with multiple women, at least one of whom was 17 years old. The report cites numerous payments made via online platforms and details a Bahamas trip where Gaetz engaged in sexual activity with multiple women, violating House gift rules. Despite Gaetz’s denials and unsuccessful legal attempt to block its release, the committee concluded its investigation found evidence of prostitution, illicit drug use, and obstruction of Congress. The report includes financial records and witness testimonies supporting these findings.

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Gaetz Ethics Report: Drug Use, Sex with Minor Violated State Laws

A House Ethics Committee report concludes that former Representative Matt Gaetz violated House rules and multiple state laws. The report details substantial evidence of Gaetz paying numerous women, including a 17-year-old, for sex, along with extensive illicit drug use, including in his Capitol Hill office. These findings are supported by witness testimonies, text messages, and financial records documenting payments totaling over $90,000. Although the Department of Justice did not file federal charges, the report highlights Gaetz’s actions as constituting sexual misconduct and obstruction of Congress.

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