Former Congressman Matt Gaetz contests the ethics committee report accusing him of paying women for drugs and sex, including a minor. Gaetz denies the allegations and has filed a lawsuit to stop the report's release, arguing it's defamatory. The committee's report claims significant payments linked to sexual activity and drug use.
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