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May 23, 2019 Press Release

DeSantis signs bill to ban sanctuary cities (via Northwest Florida Daily News)

SHALIMAR — Gov. Ron DeSantis called the sanctuary cities bill he came to Okaloosa County to sign Friday a “very simple” document written to ensure that federal officials know Floridians stand behind them in their effort to deport illegal immigrant lawbreakers.

May 22, 2019 Press Release

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) delivered a major foreign policy speech at the “Uniting for a Better Foreign Policy Luncheon.” As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, and a close ally of President Donald Trump, Congressman Gaetz is well-positioned to influence American foreign policy.

May 21, 2019 Press Release

Washington, D.C. – On Saturday, June 1st, Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) will hold a series of townhall events for the “Won’t Back Down” Tour in Florida’s First Congressional District. During the events, Congressman Gaetz will provide an update on his work in Washington, D.C., as well as hold an open discussion with constituents on the most pressing issues of the day.

May 13, 2019 Press Release

May 13th, 2019

WASHINGTON – Today, Representatives Seth Moulton (D-MA) and Matt Gaetz (R-FL) introduced a package of bills that would update medical marijuana practices at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

May 10, 2019 Press Release

Congressman Gaetz released the following statement today after the House voted on the Supplemental Appropriations Act:

 

May 9, 2019 Press Release

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) and Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) issued the following statement declaring victory over Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson’s announcement earlier today to base a squadron of F-35A additional Joint Strike Fighters at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida’s First Congressional District.

May 8, 2019 Press Release

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) today attended the U.S. House Judiciary Committee hearing on the “Committee Report for Resolution Recommending that the House of Representatives Find William P. Barr, Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice, in Contempt of Congress.” During the hearing, Rep.

April 30, 2019 Press Release

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) issued the following statement in response to the uprising against Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela today:

 

April 30, 2019 Press Release

Washington, D.C. – On Saturday, May 4th, Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) will host the annual Congressional Art Competition at the Mattie Kelly Art Center on Northwest Florida State College’s campus in Niceville, FL. The theme for the 2019 Congressional Art Competition will be “Scenes of Northwest Florida.”

 

April 23, 2019 Press Release

Washington, D.C. – On Thursday, April 25th, Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) will speak at Pensacola Christian College in Pensacola, Florida, to members of the student body and staff. The event will be sponsored by the Political Science Club on campus.

 

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In The News

February 17, 2021 In The News

GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz from Florida discussed in an interview Saturday the "tale of two governors", Gov. De Santis of his own state, and Gov.

February 17, 2021 In The News

GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz blasted the media for ​portraying Gov. Andrew Cuomo as an “oracle” in his coronavirus response — after it emerged that his top aide admitted that the administration covered up the number of nursing home deaths.

February 17, 2021 In The News

Could Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis become the face of the Republican party come 2024? Rep. Matt Gaetz thinks so.

February 17, 2021 In The News

Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), an outspoken supporter of former President Donald Trump, suggested that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis could be a viable Republican candidate for president in 2024.

February 17, 2021 In The News

Congressman Matt Gaetz (R- FL) swatted at Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell Sunday over his condemnation of Donald Trump’s actions leading up to the Jan. 6 Capitol riots.

February 17, 2021 In The News
Congressman Matt Gaetz of Florida called out Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell on Sunday fol
February 17, 2021 In The News
Congressman Matt Gaetz called for answers on Monday into the lack of video evidence regarding the death of Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick during the riot at the U.S. Capitol Building on January 6.
February 17, 2021 In The News

Congressman Matt Gaetz defended South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem on Monday night as she faced scrutiny over reports that she used state aircraft to travel to political events at the expense of the taxpayer.

February 12, 2021 In The News

If anyone thought U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz was worried about plans by hardcore anti-Trump, pro-impeachment House colleague and Air Force vet Adam Kinzinger (R -Ill.) to oust him from office, the self-described Florida Man and tenacious Donald Trump supporter set the record straight on Twitter.

February 12, 2021 In The News

Thursday on FNC’s “The Ingraham Angle,” Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) discussed his ongoing feud with colleague Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) over the direction of the Republican Party and former President Donald Trump’s role in the party.

Gaetz reacted to Kinzinger’s efforts to steer the party away from Trump and his allies in the post-Trump presidency era.

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June 19, 2017 Photo Gallery

Congressman Matt Gaetz hosts several events throughout Fort Walton Beach on Saturday, June 17, 2017.

May 1, 2017 Photo Gallery

Congressman Matt Gaetz visits Crestview High School on April 18, 2017.

May 1, 2017 Photo Gallery

Congressman Matt Gaetz visits Pine Forest High School on April 17, 2017.  During his visit, he made strawberry crepes with a culinary class, visited a technology class, and held an education roundtable. 

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March 2, 2021 Video

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March 2, 2021 Video

Nothing good is going to come out of Washington under unified Democrat control of the government.

(Fox News, Justice with Judge Jeanine, 02/27/2021)

March 2, 2021 Video

Democrats are working to take the nuclear authorities away from Joe Biden. Kamala Harris is taking meetings with foreign leaders. You have to wonder... Has the transition to Kamala Harris already begun?? #CPAC2021

(Fox News, Hannity, 02/26/2021)

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