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Defiant House Republican says Speaker Mike Johnson told him not to resign after Swalwell and Gonzales ousters

Mills maintains he has not been charged with a crime

The Independent UK

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick held onto her seat until 50 years and a $5M verdict pried her fingers off one by one

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress just minutes before the House Ethics Committee was set to decide whether to expel her. The Florida Democrat stepped down after the committee found she committed 25 ethics violations, including breaking campaign finance laws by funneling disaster relief money into her own election campaign.

The Mary Sue

Cherfilus-McCormick resigns minutes before sanctions hearing

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick announced her resignation from Congress Tuesday, minutes before the House Ethics Committee was set to consider what punishment she should face for numerous ethics violations. With the Florida Democrat’s resignation, the Ethics Committee loses jurisdiction over her case and how she handled money flowing to her congressional…

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Johnson willing to ‘lead’ push for sexual misconduct overhauls

As revelations of sexual misconduct continue to ripple through Congress, calls for change are dominating the halls — so much so that Speaker Mike Johnson said he’d lead the cause himself. “We are looking at every potential avenue to tighten up the rules and make sure that women have an…

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‘We can’t wait forever’: Ethics Committee under scrutiny

The resignation of two lawmakers accused of sexual misconduct has drawn renewed scrutiny of the House Ethics Committee. The 10-member committee, which is composed of five Republicans and five Democrats, had announced investigations of Reps. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., and Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, when they resigned. The committee, which is considered…

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Congress reaches the breaking point on its ethics crisis

More than 20 House members have called for at least one of their colleagues to resign or be expelled.

Axios

Fiery Ethics Committee hearing ends in guilty ruling for Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

The panel will now recommend punitive action, which could include censure or expulsion.

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Cherfilus-McCormick violated ethics rules, subcommittee finds

Members of a House Ethics subcommittee ruled against Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., after a marathon hearing Thursday that stretched into the night, finding that she violated ethics rules. It was a rare moment for the typically secretive Ethics panel, as a public “trial” unfolded for the first time since 2010. …

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"Nobody's comfortable": Democrats face impending dam break on Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

"I won't hesitate to call for resignation," one House Democrat told Axios.

Axios

‘I made a mistake’: Rep. Tony Gonzales admits affair with staffer who later died by suicide amid ethics investigation

Rep. Tony Gonzales admitted to a sexual relationship with a staffer who died by suicide, hours after the House Ethics Committee launched an investigation. Gonzales stated he made a mistake and takes full responsibility, while also facing a runoff election after failing to secure a majority in the Texas primary.

The Times of India

House squashes effort to force release of Ethics Committee files

Rep. Nancy Mace's measure aimed at documents related to sexual harassment allegations investigated by the House Ethics Committee.

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House Ethics eyes "extremely rare" televised trial for Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

"She's in trouble," said one House Democrat. "Read that report. It's crazy."

Axios

Ethics panel opens investigation of Rep. Cory Mills as he faces censure vote

The House Ethics Committee has announced that a panel will conduct a wide-ranging investigation into Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla

The Independent UK

House Ethics Committee Accuses Matt Gaetz Of Misconduct

House Ethics Committee report accuses former Congressman Matt Gaetz of engaging in illicit activities, including paying for sex with a minor and using drug...

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Matt Gaetz Quickly Moves To Block Ethics Report Release After Excerpts Reveal Ecstasy-Fueled Parties, Paying Women For Sex

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz is reportedly attempting to get a restraining order to block the House Ethics Committee from releasing a report on an investigation

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Bombshell report finds evidence Gaetz had sex with minor, paid for sex and took drugs while in Congress - Roll Call

The House Ethics Committee released its long-awaited report into allegations of misconduct about former GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz.

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House Ethics Committee Finds Evidence Against Former Rep. Matt Gaetz

House Ethics Committee report details allegations of misconduct by former Rep. Matt Gaetz, including paying women for sex or drugs and violating House rules.

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House Ethics Committee To Release Report On Matt Gaetz

House Ethics Committee to release report on allegations against former Rep. Matt Gaetz, including sexual misconduct and misuse of funds.

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House Republicans Block Release Of Gaetz Ethics Report

House Republicans block release of Ethics Committee report on allegations against former Rep. Matt Gaetz.

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House To Vote On Release Of Gaetz Report

House set to vote on releasing Ethics Committee report on allegations against former Rep. Matt Gaetz. GOP aims to prevent report's release, Democrats plan ...

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Resistance is not futile

Trump's first nominations reveal the serious fractures in his coalition — which can be used to weaken him

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Ethics Committee To Vote On Releasing Matt Gaetz Report

Ethics Committee members plan to complete a report on an individual by December 5, with a decision pending on whether to release it on the same day.

The Independent UK

Why the Matt Gaetz report blew up the Ethics Committee

ANALYSIS: Republicans have found themselves stuck pretty badly between a rock and a hard place, reports Eric Garcia from Congress

Roll Call

Ethics panel won’t release Gaetz report, as Democrats turn to other tactics

After a closed-door meeting on Wednesday, the chairman of the House Ethics Committee said no agreement was reached.

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House Ethics Committee To Decide On Gaetz Report Release

House Ethics Committee deliberates on releasing report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz amid timing constraints and opposition, impacting his political future.

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