"Ethics says they are investigating Mills for failure to properly disclose information, violation of campaign finance laws, improperly soliciting or receiving gifts, receiving special favors and allegations of sexual misconduct. In October, a Florida judge granted a protective order against Mills after a former girlfriend accused him of threatening to release sexually explicit photos and videos of her. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) brushed off questions at the time about the order, but told reporters that Ethics would investigate Mills, "if it warrants that.""
"While the House Ethics Committee has a reputation for being toothless, its investigations have had significant ramifications for lawmakers under its scrutiny recent years. Former Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) was expelled from Congress in 2023 in a bipartisan vote after a report from the panel accused him of a "complex web of unlawful activity." Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) resigned the following year to pursue a short-lived nomination for Attorney General"
The House Ethics Committee opened an investigation into Mills over alleged failures to disclose information, campaign finance violations, improper solicitation or receipt of gifts, special favors, and sexual misconduct allegations. A Florida judge issued a protective order after a former girlfriend accused Mills of threatening to release sexually explicit photos and videos. Speaker Mike Johnson said Ethics would investigate "if it warrants that." The Ethics inquiry could influence censure proceedings and has prompted recusal in past cases. Previous Ethics probes led to expulsion and report releases; investigations commonly take months and involve extensive subpoenas and witness interviews.
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