House Ethics Committee cancels meeting as pressure mounts for Gaetz report release

The House Ethics Committee canceled its meeting scheduled for Friday amid growing calls to release its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz. Gaetz, who resigned earlier this week, is under investigation for allegations of sex trafficking, which he denies. With Gaetz's resignation, the committee's authority to investigate him has ended, but there are demands for the report's release. Senators are particularly interested in the findings as Gaetz prepares for a confirmation hearing for attorney general. Senate leaders have expressed concerns about the timing of Gaetz's resignation and the report's contents. The incoming Senate Republican leader indicated that the GOP will assess the situation once the confirmation process begins.