What comes next for Gaetz ethics report after Republicans block release

The fate of the House Ethics Committee’s report into former Rep. Matt Gaetz is uncertain after Republicans on the committee blocked its release on Wednesday, but two resolutions could allow a path for its release.

Reps. Sean Casten (D-IL) and Steve Cohen (D-TN) filed two separate resolutions to try to force the committee to release the report. Until Gaetz’s sudden resignation upon being nominated for the attorney general post under President-elect Donald Trump, the committee was investigating Gaetz for allegations that he engaged in sexual misconduct, used illicit drugs, shared inappropriate images or videos on the House floor, and converted campaign funds to personal use, among other actions.