Matt Gaetz is a Republican politician and attorney born on May 7, 1982, in Hollywood, Florida. He previously represented Florida's 1st congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2017 to 2024, known for his ultraconservative positions, staunch support for Donald Trump, and role in ousting House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. In November 2024, he resigned from Congress after being nominated for U.S. Attorney General but withdrew amid controversy over allegations including sexual misconduct.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Earned a B.S. from Florida State University in the World Affairs Program and Student Government Association; J.D. from the College of William and Mary , including Moot Court.
• Political Experience: Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2010 for District 4 , serving until 2016 with roles like Vice Chair of the K-20 Innovation Subcommittee. Elected to the U.S. House in 2016 for Florida's 1st district , reelected in 2018, 2020, 2022, and 2024. Notable actions include sponsoring bills to speed up death row executions and end ethanol-blended fuel mandates; opposed sanctuary cities, gun restrictions, abortion, and opposed repealing the Defense of Marriage Act. Family political ties: father Don Gaetz ; grandfather S.J. "Jerry" Gaetz .