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Democrat Rep. Gomez Under Investigation for Alleged Sexual Misconduct

Updated 2026-08-17 20:10 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Rep. Jimmy Gomez (D-Calif.) is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee over allegations of sexual misconduct. He has admitted to personal mistakes but denies violations of ethics rules.

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NPR
The California Democrat has admitted to "personal mistakes" outside of his marriage, but also says his actions were consensual in nature did not violate House Ethics rules.
2026-08-17 19:53 UTC
The Hill
The House Ethics Committee said Monday that it is investigating allegations of sexual misconduct against Rep. Jimmy Gomez (D-Calif.). The panel said in a statement that it is “reviewing allegations” that Gomez “may have engaged in sexual misconduct in violation of the Code of Official Conduct or an
2026-08-17 19:36 UTC
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