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Matt Gaetz Sex Trafficking Lawsuit

15 Oct

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Jasmine FernándezThe Independent
Richard Luscombe in MiamiThe Guardian
Samantha LorenDaily Mail

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Matt Gaetz Sex Trafficking Lawsuit. (2026, October 15). The Aporia. https://the-aporia.com/event/82819

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15 Oct
Former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz has been named as a defendant in a federal civil lawsuit alleging he participated in a sex trafficking scheme involving young women and illegal drugs that crossed state lines.
2 outlets · The Independent

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15 Oct Matt Gaetz sued by two women who accuse him of sex trafficking scheme involving Bahamas trip
Daily Mail
15 Oct Matt Gaetz accused in suit of sex trafficking two women in Florida
The Guardian
15 Oct Matt Gaetz named as defendant in civil suit alleging sex trafficking
The Independent

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