Matt Gaetz, Ex-Congressman, Requests Court Order to Stop Publication of House Ethics Report

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz has filed a lawsuit seeking a restraining order against the House Ethics Committee to prevent the release of a final report summarizing its investigation into him. Gaetz’s lawyers claim that the committee’s attempt to release the report containing potentially defamatory allegations is unconstitutional and represents an overreach of jurisdiction since Gaetz is no longer a member of Congress. The complaint argues that the release of the report would irreparably damage Gaetz’s reputation, particularly concerning matters of sexual propriety and alleged moral turpitude. The filing was submitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, where Gaetz is seeking to block the committee from releasing the report. The lawsuit highlights the potential violation of Gaetz’s constitutional rights and procedural protections, arguing that the committee lacks jurisdiction over former members like Gaetz. The case reflects the ongoing legal battles facing Gaetz amidst various investigations and allegations against him.

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