Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz‘s ex-girlfriend testified in front of a federal grand jury Wednesday as part of an investigation into the Republican congressman for alleged sex trafficking.
His ex-girlfriend and her attorney were first spotted as they arrived at the courthouse, according to CNN. Gaetz’s ex-girlfriend was seen as a key witness in the federal inquiry against the congressman, who denies any wrongdoing.
The woman, identified as a former Capitol Hill staffer, has been connected to Gaetz since 2017, which is the period of time the congressman has been accused of having sexual contact with a 17-year-old girl, according to CNN.
The investigation had stalled in recent months as, reportedly, potential immunity arrangements with his ex-girlfriend were discussed.
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The investigation into Gaetz, which has stretched over a year, began after a tax collector and known associate of Gaetz, Joel Green, was charged with several sex crimes, including sex trafficking of a minor and financially supporting people in exchange for sex.
Gaetz has denied all accusations.
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Attorneys for Gaetz said Wednesday that they “remain steadfast in [their] commitment to challenge any allegations with the facts and law,” according to a statement obtained by CNN.
Gaetz’s office did not respond to the Washington Examiner’s request for comment.
