Lawsuit by 2 women accuses ex-Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz of sex trafficking

A local news story from Florida, reported by WTSP Tampa Bay.

Local News · Florida · October 15, 2026

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Two women are suing former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, accusing him of sexual exploitation in violation of a federal anti-trafficking law.

Reported by WTSP Tampa Bay, October 15, 2026. Read the full story at WTSP Tampa Bay →

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