Watchdog group seeks court order for FBI records in Gaetz attorney general nomination case

A watchdog group, American Oversight, is seeking a court order to release FBI interview records related to former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who has been nominated for attorney general. The group filed its motion on Tuesday, citing public interest in the case. American Oversight originally requested the records in March 2023 under the Freedom of Information Act and sued the FBI and Justice Department in February after they did not provide the documents. The group argues that delays could prevent the public from accessing important information before Gaetz's potential confirmation. Gaetz has denied any wrongdoing, pointing to the Justice Department's decision not to prosecute him. He is under investigation for allegations including sexual misconduct and drug use, with a House Ethics Committee vote on releasing a related report scheduled for Wednesday.