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Opinion | Matt Gaetz just got a very unwelcome Christmas present

Dec 23, 2024 | msnbc.com | Charlie Dent

Dec. 23, 2024, 5:11 PM UTCFormer Florida congressman Matt Gaetz has just received a very unwelcome Christmas present with the release of the House Ethics Committee report. A few weeks ago, the committee voted not to release the draft report along partisan lines. But the about-face is a welcome decision, highlighting that lawmakers are taking their accountability role seriously.
Families should decide when and how to grow, not the government

Nov 27, 2024 | thehill.com | Barbara Comstock |Charlie Dent

As the electoral dust of 2024 settles, newly elected lawmakers will begin shaping their policy agendas for 2025. Republicans have a unique opportunity to pass meaningful policy initiatives to bring the much-desired change Americans voted for. This election was contentious and divisive, but as we look to a new Congress and administration, we should look for opportunities for consensus and unity.
Opinon | Don’t let Matt Gaetz escape accountability — release the ethics report

Nov 19, 2024 | msnbc.com | Charlie Dent

The selection of former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Justice Department might be the ultimate act of disruption. The powers of the attorney general are truly awesome. Prosecuting criminal cases brought by the federal government is a responsibility that requires an AG to exercise measured judgment and discretion when charging decisions are considered.
Opinion | For the good of the country, Dems must persuade President Biden to step aside

Jun 28, 2024 | msnbc.com | Charlie Dent

It's time to say the quiet part out loud: Democrats must replace President Joe Biden as their party's nominee for president. If Democrats truly believe Trump is a threat to the constitutional order and the rights of Americans, then they will need a better candidate to make the argument. At Thursday night’s debate, Biden looked and acted old, tired and feeble. He struggled to cite facts and statistics to bolster his arguments.
Charlie Dent: Pennsylvania’s elections are safe, secure, accurate, and fair

Apr 1, 2024 | broadandliberty.com | Kyle Sammin |Charlie Dent

With the presidential primary just weeks away, Pennsylvanians need to know that our elections are safe and secure, featuring tried-and-tested systems that are proven to protect your vote and ensure accuracy in the results. I know some voters remain concerned. But I can tell you firsthand that voters can be confident that the checks and balances in place guarantee the final count in any election reflects the will of the people.
Opinion: Fear is destroying the GOP from inside out

Dec 19, 2023 | malaysia.news.yahoo.com | Charlie Dent

Editor’s Note: Charlie Dent is a former Republican congressman from Pennsylvania who served as chair of the House Ethics Committee from 2015 until 2017 and chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies from 2015 until 2018. He is a CNN political commentator. The views expressed in this commentary are his own. View more opinion on CNN.
Opinion: Fear is destroying the GOP from inside out

Dec 19, 2023 | aol.com | Charlie Dent

Editor’s Note: Charlie Dent is a former Republican congressman from Pennsylvania who served as chair of the House Ethics Committee from 2015 until 2017 and chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies from 2015 until 2018. He is a CNN political commentator. The views expressed in this commentary are his own. View more opinion on CNN.
Opinion: Fear is destroying the GOP from inside out

Dec 19, 2023 | news.yahoo.com | Charlie Dent

Editor’s Note: Charlie Dent is a former Republican congressman from Pennsylvania who served as chair of the House Ethics Committee from 2015 until 2017 and chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies from 2015 until 2018. He is a CNN political commentator. The views expressed in this commentary are his own. View more opinion on CNN.
Opinion | Lacking evidence is the least of the GOP’s problems in their Biden probe

Dec 17, 2023 | msnbc.com | Charlie Dent

Another president, another impeachment. Or at least that’s how it feels. Impeachment is becoming far too commonplace, and it has become weaponized as a campaign tactic by allies of former President Donald Trump. Allies like Rep.
Trump won't be at Republican debate tonight. Nikki Haley should pretend he is.

Dec 6, 2023 | msnbc.com | Charlie Dent

In the race to derail Donald Trump, the Republican presidential field is struggling. As the remaining candidates prepare for their fourth debate tonight, only one GOP hopeful seems to have any sort of chance ahead of the primaries. While Chris Christie is hoping to strike lightning in New Hampshire, the former New Jersey governor has effectively weaponized himself to make powerful arguments against Trump’s electability and fitness.