Gaetz Resigns; Ethics Report Withheld Amid Confirmation

The House Ethics Committee has decided against releasing its investigative report on former Congressman Matt Gaetz, despite significant pressure from various lawmakers. Gaetz, who resigned from Congress following President-elect Trump's announcement of his nomination as Attorney General, has denied all allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use, and the Department of Justice has not charged him. The committee's decision aligns with House Speaker Mike Johnson's stance against the report's publication, though some lawmakers, particularly Democrats, are advocating for its release. The report could still be accessed by the Senate, which is set to confirm Gaetz's nomination and has expressed interest in reviewing the findings. Speculation continues around the potential leak of the report, which could significantly impact Gaetz's confirmation process.