### Gaetz Resignation and Ethics Report Controversy Sparks Debate

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) announced his intention to request the House Ethics Committee to withhold a potentially harmful report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), recently nominated by President-elect Trump as attorney general. Johnson warned that publicizing the report would establish a "terrible precedent," reflecting the lengths he is prepared to go to support Trump's nominees.

The ethical inquiry into Gaetz gained renewed attention in June when the committee resumed its probe, initially started by the Justice Department. Trump's nomination of Gaetz, known for his staunch support and polarizing presence in Congress, has ignited tension, with his detractors asserting that the allegations against him should bar him from the position.

Gaetz's sudden resignation from Congress on Wednesday, following Trump's attorney general nomination, led to the abrupt termination of the committee's investigation. This move has left Democrats seeking any mechanism to compel the release of the awaited House Ethics Committee report, which many believe will contain damning findings.

Sources revealed that the Republican-led House Ethics Committee had canceled a planned meeting concerning the investigation into Gaetz, aligning with his resignation. This development has caused significant disruption, halting the comprehensive probe just as it approached a crucial juncture.

Johnson's decision and Gaetz’s resignation continue to generate considerable controversy within Congress, highlighting the profound impact on Trump's administration and its nominees.