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Beneath the cloud hanging over him, U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz is going about his business like any other lawmaker from the Sunshine State.
Gaetz hasnât missed a floor vote in Congress since late March, when the
New York Times reported that federal authorities were investigating whether the Panhandle Republican had a sexual encounter with a 17-year-old girl. He remains active on his committees, where he recently plugged an environmental bill and questioned military leaders about African conflicts. Earlier this month, he introduced legislation to rename a Niceville post office.
He is tweeting. He is fundraising. And despite the questions swirling around him, he has made it clear: He isnât going anywhere.