House Ethics Committee Faces Pressure Over Gaetz Report

Pressure is mounting for the House Ethics Committee to release its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for attorney general. The committee failed to reach an agreement on the report's release, which investigates serious allegations against Gaetz, including sexual misconduct and accepting improper gifts, all of which he denies. House Democrats, led by Rep. Sean Casten, along with some Senate Republicans, have called for the report to be made public to inform the Senate's advice and consent role regarding Gaetz's nomination. Gaetz's recent resignation from Congress has complicated the situation, as the committee's jurisdiction does not extend to former lawmakers. The Justice Department previously investigated Gaetz without filing charges, but allegations persist, raising significant public concern. Both parties emphasize the necessity of transparency in light of the serious nature of the allegations as the Senate prepares for its confirmation vote.