Summary
House Republicans blocked efforts to release the Ethics Committee’s report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, prolonging uncertainty over allegations of sexual misconduct despite his resignation from Congress.
Democrats pushed for transparency, accusing Republicans of hiding credible allegations. Speaker Mike Johnson argued that publishing the report sets a bad precedent.
While ethics reports have rarely been released post-resignation, tensions remain high on the bipartisan committee.
Gaetz denies wrongdoing, and DOJ previously closed its sex trafficking probe without charges. The report’s fate is unclear as the congressional session nears its end.
A Dem on the committee needs to read it aloud on the house floor. You can read anything there and cannot be prosecuted for it.