CLC Reacts to House Ethics Committee Vote to Release Gaetz Findings

Following reports that the House Ethics Committee voted to release its findings into the conduct of former Rep. Matt Gaetz before the end of this Congress, Kedric Payne — Vice President, General Counsel, and Senior Director for Ethics at Campaign Legal Center — released the following statement:  

"The decision to release the report into former Rep. Matt Gaetz’s conduct is a win for ethics and a win for the American public.  

"Earning public trust requires showcasing that our institutions work, and with this vote, the House Ethics Committee has done just that. Transparency is an important part of any democracy, and by shedding light on this investigation, the Committee is granting voters and the public at large insight into the behavior of a public figure who, while he may not be in Congress anymore, is clearly poised to hold influence in the future.

"As the 119th Congress takes shape, I hope this is a sign that a willingness to prioritize public good and transparency will continue into 2025 and beyond.”

 

Campaign Legal Center (CLC) is a nonpartisan legal organization dedicated to solving the wide range of challenges facing American democracy. We fight for every American’s freedom to vote and participate meaningfully in the democratic process.