House Ethics Republicans block release of report on Matt Gaetz as confirmation process looms

Republicans on the House Ethics Committee have temporarily blocked the release of a report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who is nominated for attorney general. The committee will reconsider this decision on December 5. The report is part of a long-running investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct against Gaetz. The committee's vote was split along party lines, with no Republican supporting the release. As Gaetz prepares for his confirmation process, he has met with Republican senators to address concerns about the allegations. The Senate Judiciary Committee has requested the FBI's complete evidentiary file related to the investigation.