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    U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz Demands Answers from ICE Regarding Illegal Alien Accused of Murder

    Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) sent a letter to United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to demand answers regarding Byron Pineda, an illegal alien wanted by ICE, who is accused of killing a constituent in Northwest Florida after the department ignored an initial request for answers.On February 22nd, 2024, Rep. Gaetz sent a request for information to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and ICE Director Patrick Lechleitner regarding Mr. Pineda being jailed for driving on a suspended license and fatally...

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    Special Counsel Admits Biden Lied During House Judiciary Committee Hearing

    Washington, D.C. — During today’s House Judiciary Committee hearing on Special Counsel Robert Hur’s findings in his investigation into President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents, a significant revelation emerged. Special Counsel Hur admitted that Biden lied in response to questioning by U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01).When asked by Rep. Gaetz about statements made by Joe Biden regarding classified information, Special Counsel Hur candidly stated: “That is inconsistent with the findings based on the evidence.”Rep. Gaetz, in response, emphasized the...

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    US Military Considers Using Navy to Stop Anticipated Mass Migration from Haiti

    Washington, D.C. — During a House Armed Services Committee hearing, Assistant Secretary of Defense Rebecca Zimmerman and General Laura Richardson discussed the Department of Defense's activities in the Western Hemisphere and the potential challenges to security, specifically focusing on the anticipated mass migration from Haiti into the United States through Florida.In response to questioning from U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz, Zimmerman acknowledged the expected influx of Haitian migrants and stated, "We're doing a number of things to ensure that we're keeping track of the...

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    Supreme Court Overturns Decision to Remove Trump from 2024 Presidential Ballot

    Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) responded to the Supreme Court of the United States’ ruling overturning the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to remove Donald J. Trump from the 2024 presidential ballot. Gaetz stated, "Activist judges in Colorado and other liberal states believe that the American People should not have the right to vote for the presidential candidate of their choice." He also highlighted the significance of the Supreme Court's decision, saying, "This morning, the Supreme Court unanimously rejected their attempt to stop Donald J. Trump...

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    U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz Introduces Bill to Protect State Border Security

    Washington, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz has introduced the 'State Border Security Act,' a companion bill to legislation previously introduced by Senator JD Vance. The bill aims to prohibit federal officers from removing barbed wire or any other barriers set up by state governments within 25 miles of the U.S.-Mexico border.The introduction of this legislation comes after a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that allowed the Biden administration to proceed with the removal of barriers erected on the border by the State of Texas. In response to this, Rep. Gaetz's bill...

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    Members of Congress Host Press Conference to Declare Trump Did Not Engage in Insurrection

    Washington, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz of Florida, along with 25 members of Congress, held a press conference today to affirm their belief that President Donald Trump did not engage in insurrection. This comes in response to a sense of Congress resolution introduced by Gaetz, which is co-sponsored by 65 House members. A companion resolution has also been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senator JD Vance of Ohio.During the press conference, Congressman Gaetz stated, "We are here today to authoritatively express that President Trump did not commit an insurrection...

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    U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz Leads Coalition in Defending President Trump

    Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) will be hosting a press conference on Tuesday, February 6th, with 25 members of Congress to introduce a sense of Congress resolution. This resolution aims to clarify the House of Representatives' stance on President Donald Trump's involvement in the insurrection and his eligibility to hold public office. The resolution is co-sponsored by more than 60 members of Congress.The press conference, scheduled for 11:45 a.m. ET, will take place in Studio A, HVC, and is open to the national news media. Congressman Gaetz and his...

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    U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz Announces 2024 Service Academy Nominations

    Washington, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz of Florida's First Congressional District has announced his 2024 Service Academy Nominations. The announcement was made during an event held at Navarre High School, where Gaetz nominated students for the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.Among the students nominated for the United States Air Force Academy are Jackson Arthaud from Ramstein High School in Germany, Lauren Bage from Choctawhatchee High School, Emory Carroll from Pace High School, Rafael Garcia from...

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    U.S. Congressman Calls for Hearing on Defense Secretary's Hospitalization

    Washington, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) has called on Chairman Mike Rodgers and the House Armed Services Committee to hold a hearing regarding Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's hospitalization. In a statement released today, Congressman Gaetz expressed concern over the lack of communication surrounding Secretary Austin's four-day stay in the intensive care unit on New Year's Day.According to a breaking news report, Secretary Austin was quietly admitted to the ICU, with Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks taking over his duties while on vacation in...

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    Rep. Matt Gaetz Opposes FY 2024 National Defense Authorization Act

    Washington, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) expressed his opposition to the FY 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Conference Report during a speech on the House floor. Rep. Gaetz voted against the bill earlier today, citing concerns about various provisions included in the legislation.During his speech, Rep. Gaetz highlighted his concerns about the inclusion of spying authorities in the NDAA. He pointed out that these authorities have been previously abused, with 278,000 violations of the existing law and the FBI querying information regarding...

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