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The House Ethics Committee has released its long-awaited report on allegations of misconduct by former Rep. Matt Gaetz. Read the full report here.
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6 key takeaways from the Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee released its highly anticipated report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, detailing allegations of sexual misconduct, drug use and obstruction. He denies wrongdoing.
Gaetz ethics report says his drug use, sex with a minor violated state laws
A report by the House Ethics Committee found former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid multiple women, including a 17-year-old girl, for sex.
What's in the Matt Gaetz House ethics report?
Just before leaving Washington, D.C., for the holidays, the House Ethics Committee released a long-awaited and damning report on the conduct of former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz. Scott MacFarlane has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Sean Casten reacts to Gaetz ethics report
On Monday morning, the public got its first look into the House Ethics Committee's findings on former Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida, a Republican. Democratic Rep. Sean Casten of Illinois, who had been pushing for the report's release, joins CBS News with his reaction.
Breaking down the Gaetz House Ethics report
On Monday, the House Ethics Committee released its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, a Florida Republican. Congressional investigators say they found substantial evidence President-elect Donald Trump's initial pick for attorney general paid multiple women for sex, including a minor. Gaetz denies any wrongdoing. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
House Ethics Committee expected to release Matt Gaetz report on Monday
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
House Republicans block release of Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee met earlier Thursday to discuss its investigation into the Florida Republican.
Matt Gaetz's accusers' lawyer reacts to probe
Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz said his confirmation process was a distraction as he withdrew from consideration to be President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general. Gaetz has faced scrutiny over a House Ethics Committee probe into alleged sexual misconduct. He denies any wrongdoing. Joel Leppard, the attorney for two women who testified in the probe, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
House Ethics panel member on Gaetz withdrawal
With Matt Gaetz out as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general pick, what happens to the ethics committee report about him? Democratic Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland, member of the panel, joins "America Decides" to discuss what happens next.
Matt Gaetz meets privately with Senate Republicans to build support
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz is meeting with Senate Republicans as he seeks to shore up support after Donald Trump tapped the embattled GOP firebrand as his pick for attorney general.
House Ethics Committee will keep Matt Gaetz report under wraps
Rep. Susan Wild said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.
The future of House panel's Gaetz report
The House Ethics Committee did not reach an agreement on whether to release its report about former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Wednesday. Politico congressional reporter Olivia Beavers has more on the report's future and Gaetz's meeting with Senate lawmakers.
House Ethics member on Gaetz report meeting
The House Ethics Committee will reconvene the first week of December to discuss its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz. Democratic Rep. Mark DeSaulnier of California, a member of the committee, joins "America Decides" to discuss what happened in their Wednesday meeting.
Sens. Collins, Kennedy on Gaetz confirmation
Sen. Susan Collins of Maine and Sen. John Kennedy of Louisiana weighed in Wednesday on the potential vetting and confirmation process of former Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida, President-elect Donald Trump's choice for attorney general. Molly Ball, senior political correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, and Laura Davison, politics editor for Bloomberg, join "America Decides" to discuss this and more on the latest picks by Trump to join his administration.
House Ethics set to meet again in December
President-elect Donald Trump's selection of former Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida as attorney general is eclipsing the rest of his transition back to the White House. The House Ethics Committee chairman said late Wednesday that they didn't have an agreement on releasing their report into misconduct allegations against Gaetz. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Ed O'Keefe have the latest.
Rep. Wild discusses outcome of ethics meeting
Democratic Rep. Susan Wild of Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Ethics Committee, spoke to reporters Wednesday following the panel's meeting about the investigation into Matt Gaetz. She said that chairman Michael Guest implied that there was an agreement not to disclose the report, which she called incorrect. She said there is an agreement to have another meeting on Dec. 5.
Panel fails to agree on Gaetz report release
The House Ethics Committee finished its meeting Wednesday without reaching an agreement on releasing a report on the panel's investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who denies all wrongdoing. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Senators express doubt on Gaetz confirmation
Can former Rep. Matt Gaetz pass a Senate confirmation? One Republican senator told CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett he wouldn't bet his house on it. Kadia Goba, political reporter for Semafor, and Brakkton Booker, national political correspondent for Politico, join "America Decides" to discuss.
Trump, Vance urging senators to back Gaetz
President-elect Donald Trump is doubling down on his choice for attorney general. Trump is calling senators to push his pick of former Rep. Matt Gaetz, even while he considers making recess appointments. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Fin Gómez join "America Decides" with the latest.
Vance to meet with Cabinet picks, lawmakers
Vice President-elect JD Vance will bring some of Trump's Cabinet picks to Capitol Hill this week in an apparent effort to shore up support among his colleagues. Politico congressional reporter Nicholas Wu has the latest political updates.
Ethics panel to meet amid Gaetz report push
At least two of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks are involved in controversy. Now there are questions about whether Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth have the support to get confirmed for their intended roles. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has new reporting.
Lawmakers skeptical of some Trump picks
Controversy is growing over some of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks. Lawmakers are pressuring the House Ethics Committee to release a report into Trump's pick for attorney general, former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has more. Then, Sophia Cai, a national politics reporter for Axios, joins to discuss.
Lawyer details clients' testimony about Gaetz
Attorney Joel Leppard, who's representing two women who testified before the House Ethics Committee about Matt Gaetz, said his clients allege the former Florida representative paid them for sex. He discussed their testimony in an interview with CBS News' Major Garrett. Gaetz has denied all wrongdoing. His attorneys did not respond to requests for comment on Monday.
Mike Johnson wants Ethics panel to keep Matt Gaetz report secret
The Republican leader argued releasing the report about Trump's attorney general pick would set a "terrible precedent."
FBI releases first description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie case, increases reward
Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Another U.S. aircraft carrier expected to head to Middle East, officials say
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier and its escort ships are expected to head to the Middle East, three U.S. officials told CBS News, adding a second aircraft carrier to the region as U.S.-Iran tensions simmer.
Partial shutdown looms after Senate fails to advance DHS funding
The Senate failed to advance a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday, paving the way for another partial government shutdown without a last-minute breakthrough.
DOJ drops charges against men accused of assaulting ICE, citing "inconsistent" evidence
The Justice Department moved to drop charges against two men charged with assaulting ICE officers, citing "newly discovered evidence" that was "materially inconsistent" with the allegations.
CBP officer allegedly harbored unauthorized immigrant who was also his girlfriend and niece
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Ruemmler resigning as Goldman Sachs' general counsel after appearing in Epstein files
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Judge blocks Pentagon from downgrading Sen. Mark Kelly's military rank, pay
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Shooting at South Carolina State University leaves 2 dead, 1 wounded
Two people are dead and another wounded after a shooting in a South Carolina State University residential complex, the school says.
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Shooting at South Carolina State University leaves 2 dead, 1 wounded
Two people are dead and another wounded after a shooting in a South Carolina State University residential complex, the school says.
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U.S. men's hockey team cruises to 5-1 win over Latvia
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At 87, he can't afford his rent without a roommate. He's far from alone.
More than 1 million Americans over 65 lived with roommates they aren't related to in 2024 — a 16% increase from 2019.
Americans paid nearly 90% of Trump's 2025 tariffs, new analysis found
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DOJ drops charges against men accused of assaulting ICE, citing "inconsistent" evidence
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Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
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Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
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U.S. men's hockey team cruises to 5-1 win over Latvia
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Madison Chock says ice dance judges should "be vetted and reviewed"
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American Chloe Kim wins silver in women's halfpipe, misses Olympic three-peat
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Gisèle Pelicot recounts ex-husband's "unthinkable" crimes in first U.S. TV interview
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Constance Zimmer on "The Lincoln Lawyer"
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James Van Der Beek dies after cancer battle
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James Van Der Beek of "Dawson's Creek" dies at 48
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Looking back at James Van Der Beek's life
James Van Der Beek, the star of teen classics like "Varsity Blues" and "Dawson's Creek," has died at the age of 48. His wife posted about his death on Instagram on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
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Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens
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Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
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Cow develops technique to scratch herself
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Shooting at South Carolina State University leaves 2 dead, 1 wounded
Two people are dead and another wounded after a shooting in a South Carolina State University residential complex, the school says.
FBI shares photos of backpack in Guthrie case
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FBI releases first description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie case, increases reward
Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
No official comment on tent at Guthrie home
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White tent set up on Nancy Guthrie's porch
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NASA, SpaceX mission prepares for launch
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ULA rocket has booster problem while launching classified Space Force payloads
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NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
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