Matt Gaetz reportedly paid over $10,000 to women linked to misconduct investigations

Former Congressman Matt Gaetz reportedly made over $10,000 in payments to women between 2017 and 2019, some of whom later testified in sexual misconduct investigations. The payments, made via Venmo and PayPal, included descriptions like "being awesome" and "tuition reimbursement." The House Ethics Committee investigated these transactions, which were linked to a broader probe by the Justice Department. Gaetz resigned from the House last week, effectively ending the investigation, although he has denied any wrongdoing and no criminal charges were filed. Witnesses claimed to have seen Gaetz engage in sexual activities, including with a minor. His former associate, Joel Greenberg, pleaded guilty to related charges, including trafficking in underage sex. Gaetz's resignation has impacted his political career and his nomination for attorney general is no longer active.