Speaker Mike Johnson opposes release of ethics report on Matt Gaetz after resignation

Speaker Mike Johnson has reiterated his stance against releasing the House Ethics Committee report on Matt Gaetz, who resigned from Congress after being nominated for attorney general. Johnson argues that releasing the report would set a dangerous precedent. Calls for the report's release have grown, including from Republican Senator John Cornyn, who wants all information before voting on Gaetz's confirmation. However, Johnson maintains that the Ethics Committee should not investigate individuals no longer serving in Congress. Gaetz faces serious allegations, including sexual misconduct with a minor, which have resurfaced following his nomination. Reports suggest that many Senate Republicans are skeptical about his confirmation as attorney general.