'Ha double ha': Matt Gaetz critics celebrate surprise release of ethics report

The House Ethics Committee secretly voted this month to release its report on Matt Gaetz before the end of this Congress, which delighted the Florida Republican's critics.

In a reversal on a previous party-line vote in late November, the panel voted earlier this month to release the report on allegations that the former congressman engaged in sexual misconduct, used illicit drugs, shared inappropriate images or videos on the House floor, misused state identification records, converted campaign funds to personal use, and/or accepted a bribe, improper gratuity, or impermissible gifts.

"In a stunning reversal, the House Ethics committee has voted to release the Matt Gaetz report," posted Democratic Wins Media. "This is huge."

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"When you read the Gaetz report, remember that Donald Trump nominated Matt Gaetz to serve as the chief law enforcement officer in our nation," said attorney Aaron Parnas.

"Oh snap they’re releasing the Gaetz report," added the X account Wu-Tang Is For The Children, adding a popcorn emoji.

"This is welcome news to all who care about upholding the integrity of the House of Representatives. Resigning from Congress should not — and historically does not — allow you to avoid accountability," said Rep. Sea Casten (D-IL). "I'm glad to see this standard applied to Matt Gaetz."

"BOOM! The House Ethics Committee secretly voted earlier this month to release its report into the conduct of Matt Gaetz before the end of this Congress," said Democratic operative Jon Cooper. "It’s expected to be made public after the House’s final day of votes this year, as lawmakers leave Washington for the holidays."

"Great! Looking forward to seeing what is in it," added X user Timothy Bellman.

"The Matt Gaetz ethics report may just come out after all," said blogger Oliver Willis.

"Lol incredible," added congressional staffer Aaron Fritschner.

"Ha double ha," said radio host Vick Mickunas. "The House Ethics Committee secretly voted this month to release an investigative report into the conduct of former Representative Matt Gaetz of Florida, according to three people with knowledge of the matter."

"Looks like the scheme to suppress the House Ethics Committee report on Former Rep. Gaetz was unsuccessful," said X user Carlos Curbelo.

"Because we live in the upside down now, this report will propel Gaetz to win the governorship in Florida," posted the X account Deep Statements.

"Tonight I think I’ll stay in," said X user Evan. "Dim the lights. Put on some soft music. Open a bottle of red wine to let it breathe before pouring myself a glass. Get cozy on the couch under a warm blanket. And read the Matt Gaetz report."