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politics16 days ago•7 min saved

Cherfilus-McCormick Faces Rare Public Ethics Trial Over FEMA Funds

The House Ethics Committee will hold a rare public adjudicatory hearing to determine whether Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick violated federal law and House rules in a scheme involving a $5 million FEMA overpayment and campaign-finance irregularities, with possible expulsion if findings are upheld. Cherfilus-McCormick has pleaded not guilty to 15 counts, and the outcome will depend on the subcommittee’s findings and the ongoing criminal case.

via CBS News|

#cherfilus-mccormick #ethics-committee #expulsion

politics16 days ago•3 min saved

Democrats Divided as Cherfilus-McCormick Ethics Case Tests Jeffries

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and some Democrats are at odds over how to handle Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick amid an Ethics Committee probe and a pending federal trial; some push for resignation or expulsion once the committee acts, while Jeffries and allies defend her until the DOJ case concludes, risking public friction in a narrowly divided House where party unity matters for key votes.

via Axios|

#cherfilus-mccormick #democrats #ethics-committee

politics23 days ago•20 min saved

Capitol Hill wrangles AI rules, Epstein disclosures, and DHS nomination in packed updates

A fast-moving Capitol Hill digest shows Sen. Blackburn pushing a national AI framework to preempt state regs, a dispute over unredacted Epstein-related DOJ documents, scrutiny of Sen. Mullin’s Homeland Security nomination amid a tense exchange with Rand Paul, Elizabeth Warren backing Mallory McMorrow in Michigan’s Senate primary, and related action on a balanced-budget amendment and FISA reauthorization.

via Politico|

#ai-regulation #epstein-files #ethics-committee

politics23 days ago•20 min saved

House rebuffs symbolic balanced-budget amendment as mixed Capitol action unfolds

The House rejected a symbolic bid to amend the Constitution for a balanced budget (211-207), underscoring ongoing fights over fiscal rules, while the day’s other headlines included the Ethics Committee moving forward with Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick’s public trial, renewed talks on a crypto-yield deal to advance market-structure legislation, Tim Scott’s announcement of a 2028 reelection bid, Markwayne Mullin’s DHS nomination moving ahead amid a clash with Rand Paul, Elizabeth Warren endorsing Mallory McMorrow in Michigan’s Senate primary, and ongoing oversight battles over Epstein-era documents.

via Politico|

#balanced-budget-amendment #dhs-nomination #endorsements

politics1 month ago•1 min saved

Texas Rep. Gonzales ends reelection bid following affair admission

Texas Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales said he will not seek reelection after admitting to an affair with a former staffer who died by self-immolation. He will continue to serve the remainder of this Congress, with a May 26 runoff against Brandon Herrera looming. The move comes as House GOP leaders pressed him to withdraw and the House Ethics Committee opened an investigation into potential sexual misconduct and improper favoritism related to his congressional office.

via USA Today|

#affair #ethics-committee #politics

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Gonzales exits reelection bid amid affair scandal and ethics scrutiny

Texas Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales dropped his bid for reelection after admitting an affair with a former aide who later died by suicide. He said he would not seek reelection this Congress but will finish his term, as the GOP runoff against Brandon Herrera proceeds with Democrat Katy Padilla Stout in November. The House Ethics Committee opened an investigation, and leadership urged him to withdraw amid questions about the affair and power dynamics. The case involved texts between Gonzales and the aide, Regina Santos-Aviles, who died in September after setting herself on fire; the district is the Texas 23rd, a GOP-leaning seat along the U.S.-Mexico border.

via CBS News|

#affair #aide #ethics-committee

politics1 month ago•30 min saved

Gonzales admits affair with aide who died by suicide as ethics probe looms

U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales admitted to an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide, calling it a mistake, while facing a House Ethics Committee investigation into sexual misconduct and favoritism; the disclosure came as he contested a Texas 23rd District runoff, with results showing a swing against him, and he defended staying in office and continuing his campaign.

via The Texas Tribune|

#affair #congress #ethics-committee

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

House to Vote on Releasing Matt Gaetz Ethics Report

The House is set to vote on whether to compel the Ethics Committee to release its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who was under investigation for various allegations including sexual misconduct and misuse of funds. Democratic Rep. Sean Casten has introduced a resolution to release the report, while Republicans are expected to attempt to block it. The vote follows Gaetz's resignation after being nominated and then withdrawing from consideration for attorney general by President-elect Donald Trump. The outcome depends on whether enough Republicans join Democrats to release the report.

via ABC News|

#democrats #ethics-committee #house-vote

politics1 year ago•0 min saved

Senate Democrats Push for Release of Matt Gaetz Ethics Report Amid GOP Resistance

Senate Democrats on the Judiciary Committee have requested the FBI to release documents from its closed sex trafficking investigation into Matt Gaetz, a former congressman and Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, to review during his confirmation hearing. Meanwhile, House Speaker Mike Johnson has advised against releasing a related House Ethics Committee report, which may affect the information available to senators. The Ethics Committee is set to meet to discuss the report's release.

via The Washington Post|

#ethics-committee #fbi #judiciary

politics1 year ago•14 min saved

Vance and Trump Rally Support for Gaetz Amid Ethics Uncertainty

Vice President-elect JD Vance is working to garner Senate support for President-elect Donald Trump's controversial pick of Matt Gaetz as attorney general, amid ongoing House Ethics Committee deliberations on allegations against Gaetz. Meanwhile, Trump continues to announce key administration appointments, including Matthew Whitaker as U.S. ambassador to NATO, and faces criticism over other picks like Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The Senate Judiciary Committee is also requesting FBI files on Gaetz to review during his confirmation process.

via The Washington Post|

#attorney-general #ethics-committee #matt-gaetz

politics1 year ago•6 min saved

Ethics Panel Faces Pressure Over Gaetz Report Secrecy

The House Ethics Committee faces a dilemma over whether to release a report on Matt Gaetz's alleged misconduct, which could impact his potential nomination as Attorney General. The committee, known for its secrecy and bipartisan nature, risks damaging its credibility and facing backlash from President-elect Donald Trump if it releases the report. Speaker Mike Johnson has urged the committee to keep the report private, while some lawmakers argue for its release, citing public interest and transparency. The situation highlights tensions within Congress and the challenges of maintaining institutional norms.

via POLITICO|

#attorney-general #donald-trump #ethics-committee

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Gaetz Resigns Amidst Controversy Over Trump's Cabinet Picks

Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) has resigned from Congress just before a key House Ethics Committee meeting on its investigation into him, which included allegations of sex trafficking and bribery. His resignation halts the committee's probe, as it lacks jurisdiction over former members. This move coincides with former President Trump's announcement of Gaetz as his nominee for attorney general, a decision that has shocked many Republicans. House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that Gaetz's resignation was intended to expedite the process of filling his seat, crucial for maintaining the GOP's slim majority.

via Axios|

#attorney-general #congress #ethics-committee

politics2 years ago•10 min saved

"Unraveling the Controversial Expulsion of Mahua Moitra: Insights from the Ethics Committee Inquiry"

Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra has moved the Supreme Court against the report of the Ethics Committee of Parliament, which recommended her expulsion from the Lok Sabha for "unethical conduct and contempt of the House." The report accuses Moitra of sharing her Lok Sabha credentials with an unauthorized person, compromising national security. The inquiry also involved a dispute over the custody of a dog named Henry. Moitra's deposition before the committee was marked by heated exchanges and accusations of bias. Dissenting members called the inquiry a "farce" and a "fixed match."

via The Indian Express|

#controversy #ethics-committee #lok-sabha

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Rep. George Santos Defiantly Clings to Congress Amidst Expulsion Threats"

Republican Rep. George Santos of New York is refusing to resign and warns that his expulsion from Congress without a court conviction would set a dangerous precedent. Santos, who is facing a 23-count federal indictment and a House Ethics Committee report detailing lawbreaking, argues that he is being treated differently from previous expelled members. The House is expected to vote on his expulsion on Friday. Santos claims that allegations alone should not be enough to remove elected officials from office and accuses his colleagues of bullying. He also plans to offer a resolution to expel Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman, who pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge.

via The Associated Press|

#congress #ethics-committee #expulsion

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Growing Support for Expulsion Vote as George Santos' Ouster from Congress Looms

House Speaker Mike Johnson expresses reservations about expelling Rep. George Santos before a verdict, as the House prepares to vote on Friday. Santos, who has been charged with federal crimes but denies wrongdoing, argues that his expulsion would set a dangerous precedent. Johnson urges GOP lawmakers to vote their conscience, without actively seeking support for either side. Efforts to expel Santos were reignited after the House Ethics Committee found substantial evidence of his improper use of campaign funds. Despite growing support for his removal, Santos remains defiant and refuses to resign.

via USA TODAY|

#ethics-committee #expulsion-vote #george-santos