Gaetz Scandal: Text Messages Reveal Alleged Payments for Sex, Sparking Denials
2024-12-24
USA TODAY
A bombshell report has surfaced, alleging that former Rep. Matt Gaetz, once a top pick for Attorney General under President-elect Donald Trump, engaged in illicit activities involving payments for sex with a minor. The allegations, which Gaetz vehemently denies, are based on text messages and have sparked a heated controversy. As the investigation unfolds, Gaetz faces scrutiny over potential statutory rape charges, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability. The scandal has significant implications for the political landscape, with keywords like 'Gaetz scandal', 'statutory rape', and 'political corruption' dominating the conversation.