House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report
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House Ethics Committee Will Release Gaetz Report
Above: Former US Rep. Matt Gaetz Image copyright: Jacek Boczarski/Contributor/Anadolu via Getty Images
The Spin
Right narrative
This investigation has always been a politically motivated witch hunt, which was proven when the DOJ failed to produce any criminal charges. The report relies on non-credible witnesses, and allowing its release without permitting Gaetz to properly defend himself shows that mainstream politicians — with an axe to grind against Gaetz — want to smear him.
Left narrative
The public has a right to know the findings of a thorough congressional investigation into serious allegations of misconduct by Gaetz. It's important to know what Gaetz did or didn't do, considering his continued prominence in public life and connection to high-level political appointments and elected officials.