House Ethics Committee Reopens Bogus Matt Gaetz Investigation

The political storm surrounding Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz has intensified after the House Ethics Committee leaked new details about its ongoing investigation. This latest chapter rehashes old allegations from a sensationalized sex-trafficking case that the Department of Justice (DOJ) dropped in 2023, leaving many questioning the motives behind these renewed attacks.

In 2020, Gaetz faced accusations of having a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl, sparking a DOJ investigation under then-Attorney General Merrick Garland. The mainstream media eagerly amplified the claims, turning Gaetz into a high-profile target for months.

Despite the media frenzy, the DOJ found no grounds to pursue charges. By February 2023, Gaetz was fully exonerated, with prosecutors concluding that the evidence didn’t support any criminal charges. Given the political climate and Gaetz’s close ties to former President Donald Trump, many believed that if any incriminating evidence had existed, the Biden administration’s DOJ would have pursued it aggressively.

However, the ordeal didn’t end there. In July 2023, just months after Gaetz publicly challenged then-House Speaker Kevin McCarthy for his perceived concessions to Democrats on spending bills, the House Ethics Committee revived its investigation. This decision coincided with Gaetz’s rising influence as a MAGA firebrand unafraid to confront the Washington establishment.

CNN broke the story of the reopened investigation, citing leaks from the Ethics Committee. The timing and selective leaking to liberal media outlets have fueled accusations that the inquiry is politically motivated.

Political commentator Steve Bannon didn’t hold back on his show, The War Room, accusing the committee of weaponizing old, discredited allegations to punish Gaetz for his political defiance.

“So what is Matt Gaetz’s reward for being a voice of reason?” Bannon asked. “McCarthy and the Ethics Committee are now doing an investigation of something the FBI dropped because there wasn’t anything there. Trust me, if there was a scintilla of evidence, they would’ve been all over Gaetz.”

Gaetz himself has been vocal about the Ethics Committee’s actions, pointing out the irony of its tactics.

“The Ethics Committee typically operates through leaks, and so this is no surprise,” Gaetz said. “It’s also funny that the one guy who doesn’t take the corrupt lobbyist and PAC money seems to be under the most Ethics investigation.”

He also noted that the committee had yet to find him in violation of House rules despite investigating him for nearly his entire congressional tenure.

Adding another layer to the saga, President-elect Donald Trump recently announced Gaetz as his pick for Attorney General. If confirmed, Gaetz would lead the DOJ, the very institution that once investigated him. Trump’s decision signals a clear message: Gaetz remains a key ally in his administration’s effort to root out what they view as corruption within the federal government.

Following Trump’s announcement, Gaetz resigned from Congress to prepare for his new role, a move that coincided with intensified leaks from the Ethics Committee.

The most recent leak, published by ABC News, claims that a key witness testified to the Ethics Committee that Gaetz had a sexual relationship with her when she was 17. These revelations come just as the committee was reportedly nearing the release of its final report on the matter.

Critics argue that the committee’s willingness to leak sensitive details undermines its own credibility. What’s more, Gaetz’s defenders see the timing of these leaks as an orchestrated effort to damage his reputation ahead of his confirmation as Attorney General.

For Gaetz and his supporters, this investigation represents more than just a personal vendetta—it’s a broader attempt to silence dissent and protect the status quo in Washington. As Gaetz prepares to assume one of the most powerful positions in the federal government, his battle with the political establishment is far from over.

“This is how the deep state intends to take down Matt Gaetz before he can expose their criminal outfit,” Bannon declared.

Gaetz’s road to confirmation won’t be easy. The Ethics Committee’s investigation, now in its final stages, has cast a shadow over his nomination. Still, Gaetz remains defiant, vowing to bring transparency and accountability to the DOJ.

As the nation watches this political drama unfold, one thing is clear: the stakes are high, and the battle for control over America’s political future is as fierce as ever.