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The document is a report from the Committee on Ethics regarding allegations relating to Representative Matt Gaetz, including findings of sexual misconduct, drug use, acceptance of impermissible gifts, and obstruction of Congress.

  1. Introductory content:
    The House Ethics Committee referred allegations against Representative Matt Gaetz to the House Calendar on December 23, 2024.

  2. COMMITTEE ON ETHICS:
    The document lists committee members including Michael Guest as Chairman and Susan Wild as Ranking Member.

  3. REPORT STAFF:
    The document lists the members and staff of the Committee on Ethics for the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress, including key personnel and their roles, along with contact information for the committee’s office.

  4. LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL:
    Chairman Michael Guest transmits a report with dissenting views on allegations against Representative Matt Gaetz.

  5. I. INTRODUCTION:
    The Committee investigated allegations against Representative Gaetz, finding substantial evidence of misconduct, but lost jurisdiction after his resignation.

  • On April 9, 2021, the Committee began investigating allegations against Representative Matt Gaetz, deferring its review during the 117th Congress at the DOJ’s request.
  • The investigation was reauthorized in the 118th Congress, focusing on sexual misconduct, illicit drug use, and acceptance of impermissible gifts, among other allegations.
  • In June 2024, the Committee expanded its review to include allegations of dispensing special privileges and obstructing government investigations.
  • Representative Gaetz resigned from the House on November 14, 2024, after being nominated for U.S. Attorney General, causing the Committee to lose jurisdiction.
  • Despite losing jurisdiction, the Committee released its findings, citing substantial evidence of Gaetz’s misconduct, including paying women for sex, engaging in sexual activity with a minor, and using illegal drugs.
  • The Committee found Gaetz accepted impermissible gifts and obstructed the investigation but did not find sufficient evidence for federal sex trafficking charges.
  • Gaetz was uncooperative, providing minimal documentation and refusing to testify, while the DOJ’s lack of cooperation further delayed the investigation.
  • The Committee voted on December 10, 2024, to release the report, despite some Members' objections, to protect the integrity of the House.
  1. II. PROCEDURAL HISTORY:
    The section details the investigation into Representative Gaetz, including allegations, DOJ involvement, and the Committee’s actions and findings.
  • On April 9, 2021, the Committee announced an investigation into Representative Gaetz for allegations including sexual misconduct, drug use, and misuse of campaign funds.
  • The DOJ requested the Committee to defer its investigation, which the Committee complied with until February 2023 when DOJ informed that Gaetz would not be charged.
  • The Committee reauthorized the investigation in May 2023, focusing on sexual misconduct, drug use, improper gifts, and obstruction of government investigations.
  • The Committee issued nine information requests, six FOIA requests, and 29 subpoenas, reviewing nearly 14,000 documents and contacting over two dozen witnesses.
  • Despite repeated requests, DOJ did not provide substantive responses or comply with subpoenas, citing policy against sharing non-public information.
  • Representative Gaetz was uncooperative, providing minimal information and failing to comply with a subpoena for testimony.
  • On November 14, 2024, Representative Gaetz resigned from the House, and the Committee voted to release the report on December 10, 2024.
  1. III. RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND OTHER APPLICABLE STANDARDS OF CONDUCT:
    The section covers federal and state laws on trafficking, prostitution, controlled substances, obstruction of Congress, and ethical guidelines for Members of Congress.
  • Section 1591 of Title 18, U.S. Code, prohibits trafficking minors for commercial sex and adults using force, threats, fraud, or coercion.
  • The Mann Act prohibits transporting individuals for prostitution or illegal sexual activity, with a defense for reasonable belief of age.
  • Federal law under 18 U.S.C. § 1505 and § 1512(b) criminalizes obstructing Congress and tampering with witnesses.
  • Florida law makes it a felony for individuals 24 or older to engage in sexual activity with 16- or 17-year-olds, with no defense for ignorance of age.
  • Florida also criminalizes soliciting or participating in prostitution and unauthorized possession of controlled substances like cocaine and MDMA.
  • Members of Congress face strict gift rules, including a $50 limit per gift and a $100 cumulative annual limit from a single source.
  • Gifts over $250 from personal friends require formal approval, and there are specific rules for accepting non-commercial aircraft flights.
  • The Code of Ethics for Government Service mandates upholding laws and regulations, avoiding unfair discrimination, and maintaining public trust.
  1. IV. FACTUAL BACKGROUND:
    The section details the investigation into Representative Matt Gaetz’s alleged involvement in sex trafficking, drug use, and misuse of campaign funds.
  • Representative Matt Gaetz was investigated by the DOJ for possible sex trafficking violations, including allegations of a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old and misuse of campaign funds.
  • Gaetz’s association with Joel Greenberg, who was sentenced to 11 years in prison for various crimes including sex trafficking, is a significant part of the investigation.
  • Evidence shows Gaetz made tens of thousands of dollars in payments to women, likely in connection with sexual activity and drug use, using platforms like PayPal, Venmo, and CashApp.
  • Gaetz’s interactions with women often involved payments for sex and drugs, with some women testifying to the transactional nature of their relationships.
  • The investigation also covered a 2018 trip to the Bahamas, where Gaetz allegedly engaged in sexual activities with women and used drugs.
  • Gaetz denied all allegations, claiming the DOJ investigation exonerated him, though he refused to answer specific questions about his interactions with the women involved.
  • The Committee faced challenges in obtaining full cooperation from Gaetz and some witnesses, with fears of retaliation cited by several women.
  • Despite Gaetz’s claims of innocence and non-cooperation, substantial evidence suggests his involvement in illicit activities, though the full extent remains undetermined.

  1. V. FINDINGS:

  2. VI. CONCLUSION:
    The Committee found substantial evidence that Representative Gaetz violated House Rules and other conduct standards.

  3. VII. STATEMENT UNDER HOUSE RULE XIII, CLAUSE 3(c):
    The Committee report includes no special oversight findings, budget statement, or authorized funding measures.

  4. VIII. VIEWS OF CHAIRMAN MICHAEL GUEST ON BEHALF OF THE DISSENTING COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
    The committee members argue against releasing a report on Matt Gaetz, citing loss of jurisdiction after his resignation.

  • The committee members opposing the report release argue that the House Committee on Ethics lost jurisdiction over Matt Gaetz after his resignation on November 14, 2024.
  • They assert that the committee deviated from its established standards by releasing a report on an individual no longer under its jurisdiction, a practice not followed since 2006.
  • House Rules grant the committee jurisdiction over current members, officers, and employees, and the standard practice is to close investigations when a member leaves the House.
  • The decision to publish the report is seen as a break from long-standing practice and could be perceived as an attempt to weaponize the committee’s process.
  • The committee condemns any unauthorized disclosures of confidential information, which they believe are damaging to their work.

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