Matt Gaetz
Profile
Matt Gaetz is an American politician, lawyer, and political commentator who served as the U.S. representative for Florida's 1st congressional district from 2017 until his resignation in 2024. A member of the Republican Party and a self-described libertarian populist, he is known for his staunch support of Donald Trump and his role in the 2023 removal of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. Prior to his federal service, he was a member of the Florida House of Representatives from 2010 to 2016. Following his resignation from Congress in 2024, he began hosting a political talk show on the One America News Network.
Details
- Born
- 1982-05-07 · 44 years old
- Birth place
- Hollywood, Florida, United States
- Education
- Niceville High School; Florida State University (BS); William & Mary Law School (JD)
- Career
- Lawyer, private practice attorney
