The House Ethics Committee continues its review of Rep. Matt Gaetz’s conduct, including allegations of misconduct and obstruction.
The House Ethics Committee is investigating multiple allegations against Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., including claims of sexual misconduct, illegal drug use, and obstruction of investigations. The bipartisan panel, responsible for investigating ethics complaints, is reviewing whether Gaetz accepted improper gifts, provided special privileges to personal associates, or tried to obstruct government investigations into his actions.
The committee clarified that it would not be taking further action regarding accusations involving Gaetz sharing inappropriate content on the House floor, misusing state identification records, converting campaign funds for personal use, or accepting bribes. Gaetz has consistently denied the allegations and maintains his innocence. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), he emphasized that previous ethics investigations into him had led to his exoneration, and he criticized the committee for launching new investigations, which he described as “frivolous.”
Gaetz also pointed fingers at House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, accusing him and his allies of using the ethics investigations to retaliate against him after his role in the effort to oust McCarthy from the speakership. Gaetz claimed that McCarthy and his supporters were trying to discredit him through these investigations, which he argued were baseless and politically motivated. Despite the ongoing scrutiny, Gaetz insists that his work on behalf of his constituents in northwest Florida remains his priority.
