Topic: House Ethics Committee

3 chapters across the catalog

Boomer Mode
Episode 1724 2:25:37 - 2:28:43

1724: Boomer Mode

Matt Gaetz Ethics Report and Marjorie Taylor Greene

A House Ethics Committee report accused former Congressman Matt Gaetz of violating laws regarding prostitution and drug use. Gaetz and Donald Trump have dismissed the report as unfair. Marjorie Taylor Greene suggested that if this report is released, all congressional ethics reports involving bribes and "hookers" should be made public.

Data Plateau
Episode 1712 1:18:30 - 1:22:32

1712: Data Plateau

Matt Gaetz Attorney General Nomination Controversy

The nomination of Matt Gaetz for Attorney General has sparked intense backlash, even among Senate Republicans. Gaetz, who led the ouster of Speaker Kevin McCarthy, remains the subject of a House Ethics Committee investigation into alleged sexual misconduct. While some Democrats like Eric Swalwell suggest the nomination is a feint, others believe Gaetz is intended to be a "lightning rod" for the administration.

Mighty Men of Valor
Episode 770 1:47:01 - 1:50:13

770: Mighty Men of Valor

Victoria Nuland in Ankara, Azerbaijan Ethics Report

State Department official Victoria Nuland visited Ankara to coordinate policy ahead of the Turkish elections. Simultaneously, the House Ethics Committee has reportedly blocked the release of a report concerning improper congressional trips to Azerbaijan funded by Turkish interests. The hosts argue that US lawmakers are being compromised by Turkish "gifts," including expensive rugs and luxury travel.