Prosecutors have recommended against charging Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz in connection with a sex-trafficking investigation centering on his alleged sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl
WASHINGTON—Prosecutors have recommended against charging Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida in connection withcentering on his alleged sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl, people familiar with the matter said.
Career prosecutors cited concerns about whether witnesses involved in the investigation would appear credible if the case went to trial, the people said. Senior Justice Department officials have made no final decision about whether to charge Mr. Gaetz, the people said.
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