Gaetz faces allegations of paying for sex with two women in 2019 trip to New York

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, nominated by Donald Trump for attorney general, is accused of paying two women to travel to New York in 2019 for sex. Their attorney claims they testified that Gaetz arranged the trip for sexual encounters and entertainment. The women reportedly provided text messages and Venmo records to the House Ethics Committee, suggesting payments were made for sex. They allege Gaetz had sex with them on multiple occasions, often during drug-fueled parties. Gaetz has denied any wrongdoing, and the Justice Department previously declined to charge him after a lengthy investigation. The House Ethics Committee is considering releasing a report on their findings related to Gaetz.