House Ethics Committee Report on Matt Gaetz Reveals Serious Allegations
The US House Ethics Committee has released a damning report detailing allegations against former Congressman Matt Gaetz, stating that he paid tens of thousands of dollars for sex and drugs on multiple occasions, including with a minor. The report, obtained by various media outlets, indicates that Gaetz violated Florida state laws, including statutory rape laws, during his time in office. The investigation, which began in 2021, culminated in a 37-page document that highlights Gaetz's financial transactions with numerous women, often facilitated through platforms like PayPal and Venmo.
Details of the Allegations
According to the report, Gaetz engaged in sexual activities with a 17-year-old girl in 2017, paying her $400 in cash after the encounters. The Ethics Committee found substantial evidence of Gaetz's interactions with women who claimed they were compensated for sex. Testimonies from various witnesses corroborated that Gaetz often partied with these women, and many indicated that drug use was prevalent during these encounters. The report also mentions a controversial trip to the Bahamas in 2018, where Gaetz allegedly violated House gift rules and engaged in sexual activities with multiple women.
Gaetz's Response and Future Plans
Matt Gaetz has vehemently denied the allegations, asserting that he has never engaged in sexual activities with minors. He claims that the Justice Department's previous investigation did not result in any charges against him. Following the release of the Ethics Committee's report, Gaetz's legal team filed a lawsuit to prevent the report's publication. Despite the controversies, Gaetz is set to join One America News Network as an anchor in January, marking a new chapter in his career after resigning from Congress.
