House Ethics Committee votes against releasing report on Matt Gaetz investigation

Republicans on the House Ethics Committee voted against releasing a report on their investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for attorney general. No Republicans supported the Democrats' push to make the report public. Gaetz is actively seeking Senate support for his nomination amid allegations of sexual misconduct. He met with Republican senators, who expressed concerns about the scrutiny he faces, with some defending him against what they termed a "lynch mob." The Senate Judiciary Committee's Democrats have requested the FBI's complete file on Gaetz's alleged misconduct. Meanwhile, Gaetz has denied any wrongdoing and aims to secure confirmation despite the ongoing investigation and public allegations against him.