All articles tagged with #ethics investigation
The Florida Bar said it erroneously stated that Lindsey Halligan, the Trump-appointed interim U.S. attorney in Virginia, was under ethics investigation; the bar now says it’s merely monitoring the underlying legal proceedings tied to a Campaign for Accountability complaint, amid ongoing scrutiny of Halligan’s appointment and related Trump-era prosecutions against James and Comey.
The New York Times reports Lindsey Halligan, a former federal prosecutor and Trump ally who was also a beauty pageant contestant, is under investigation by the Florida Bar for professional misconduct. The bar’s action centers on a letter to Campaign for Accountability, the watchdog group that filed the complaint.
House Republican leaders are pressing Rep. Tony Gonzales to drop out of his runoff against Brandon Herrera after he admitted to having an affair with a former aide, triggering an Ethics Committee investigation; with neither candidate winning a majority in the primary, the party says the ethics process should run its course before campaigning continues, while Gonzales vows to cooperate and continue serving.
Rep. Tony Gonzales said he would not resign amid reports he had an affair with a senior staffer who later died by suicide, including allegations of explicit texts; he declined to confirm the affair and said he’s being blackmailed. The case is under a House ethics review, with some GOP colleagues calling for his resignation and others urging patience as details emerge. Gonzales is one week from a high-stakes primary against Brandon Herrera, while House leadership, including Speaker Mike Johnson, is involved in addressing the matter.
Rep. Tony Gonzales faces mounting Republican calls to resign after allegations of an affair with a former staffer who died by suicide; he denies the affair, while an Office of Congressional Conduct review looms and GOP leaders weigh support ahead of a tight March 3 primary that could affect Speaker Johnson and Trump’s backing.
The bipartisan House Ethics Committee is examining allegations against Rep. Nancy Mace over lodging expenses and reimbursement practices after a referral from the Office of Congressional Conduct; the panel must decide its next steps by March 2, while Mace’s attorney questions the OCC’s disclosures and she denies wrongdoing, in a case echoing past Capitol Hill ethics tensions.
Angela Rayner, UK's Deputy Prime Minister, admitted to underpaying taxes related to a property transaction, citing reliance on legal advice and care responsibilities for her disabled son, prompting an ethics review and adding political challenges for Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Rep. Cory Mills (R-Florida) is embroiled in multiple controversies including an alleged assault, eviction proceedings, and an ethics review related to federal weapons contracts.
Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was suspended by the Constitutional Court pending an ethics investigation related to a leaked phone call with a Cambodian leader, amid protests and political turmoil following border disputes and a cabinet reshuffle.
Matt Gaetz, a staunch Trump ally, has withdrawn from consideration as attorney general due to ethics allegations and will not return to his US House seat. Despite winning re-election in Florida, Gaetz decided not to rejoin Congress, citing a desire for new representation and stating that eight years in Congress is sufficient. Gaetz has faced allegations of misconduct, which he denies, and a House ethics investigation was ongoing until his resignation. Trump plans to nominate Pam Bondi as attorney general instead.
Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz announced he will not return to Congress next year after withdrawing from consideration as President-elect Donald Trump's pick for attorney general. Gaetz, who resigned from the House amid an ethics investigation into alleged sexual misconduct, plans to continue supporting Trump from a different role. He praised Trump's new attorney general pick, Pam Bondi, and downplayed the allegations against him as a smear campaign. Gaetz also blamed former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy for his political challenges.
Matt Gaetz, a controversial former congressman and Trump loyalist, has reportedly assured skeptical senators that he won't pursue retribution against Trump's adversaries if confirmed as Attorney General, at least initially. Gaetz, who has faced allegations of sexual misconduct and other controversies, is expected to face intense confirmation hearings. The House ethics committee remains divided on releasing a report on Gaetz's past conduct, while Democrats seek FBI files related to previous investigations. Gaetz denies any wrongdoing, despite ongoing allegations and scrutiny.
Democrats in the House are attempting to force the release of an Ethics Committee report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who resigned after being nominated by President-elect Trump for attorney general. The report involves allegations of sexual misconduct and other violations. The committee, split along party lines, has not agreed to release the report, with Republicans opposing its disclosure. Democrats have introduced resolutions to compel its release, but the outcome remains uncertain as Republicans hold the majority in the House.
Matt Gaetz, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for Attorney General, met with Republican senators amid controversy over past allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use. The House Ethics Committee decided not to release its report on Gaetz, who resigned from the House, ending their jurisdiction. Despite past Justice Department investigations that did not result in charges, Gaetz's confirmation is expected to be contentious, with some senators drawing parallels to Brett Kavanaugh's hearings. Democrats have requested FBI files on Gaetz, while Trump blames Democrats for targeting his nominees.
Donald Trump has tasked JD Vance with rallying support for Matt Gaetz, his controversial pick for attorney-general, amid allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use against Gaetz. Despite Gaetz's denial of wrongdoing, the House ethics committee is considering releasing its investigation findings. Trump's push for Gaetz's confirmation faces challenges, even with a Republican Senate majority, as several senators express concerns. Meanwhile, Elon Musk has publicly defended Gaetz, emphasizing his suitability for the role.