Matt Gaetz

Date of Birth: May 7, 1982

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Matthew Louis Gaetz II, commonly known as Matt Gaetz, is an American lawyer and politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Florida’s 1st congressional district since 2017. Born and raised in Florida, Gaetz is a member of the Republican Party and is known for his staunch conservative views and vocal support of former President Donald Trump. He attended Florida State University for his undergraduate studies and later earned his Juris Doctor from the William & Mary Law School. Before his tenure in Congress, Gaetz served in the Florida House of Representatives from 2010 to 2016, where he earned a reputation for being a fiery and controversial figure. Throughout his political career, Gaetz has been involved in numerous high-profile legislative initiatives and has often made headlines for his outspoken and sometimes polarizing rhetoric.

5 Interesting Facts about Matt Gaetz

1. Matt Gaetz’s father, Don Gaetz, is a prominent politician who served as the President of the Florida Senate.

2. Gaetz is known for his frequent appearances on conservative media outlets, including Fox News and Newsmax.

3. He has been a vocal critic of the Mueller investigation and was one of the first congressmen to support the idea of a national emergency declaration to fund the border wall.

4. Gaetz faced an investigation in 2021 for alleged involvement in a sex trafficking ring, which he has vehemently denied.

5. He is a member of the House Judiciary Committee and the House Armed Services Committee.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Matt Gaetz

1. “I didn’t come to Congress to hold hands and sing ‘Kumbaya.’”

2. “If you’re not making news, you’re not governing.”

3. “We have to fight for our values and stand up against the radical left.”

4. “President Trump is the best thing to happen to our country in a long time.”

5. “I will never apologize for putting America first.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Matt Gaetz’s highest net worth has been estimated to be around $1 million.

Children

Matt Gaetz does not have any biological children but is the legal guardian of Nestor Galban, a young man from Cuba who has been part of his family since he was 12 years old.