Victoria Liu: Pioneering the Future of Finance Through Extraordinary Insight and Innovation 12-20-2024 09:56 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: LianPR Amid the challenges of today's competitive economic environment, Victoria Liu has quickly established herself as one of the most influential figures in the financial investment sector, demonstrating extraordinary abilities and strategic acumen. She has displayed exceptional analytical prowess, insightful decision-making capabilities, and strong leadership qualities, positioning her as one of the most standout leaders among the new generation of financial professionals redefining the industry. Victoria's exceptional leadership and expertise have been recognized on a global stage, earning her the Globally Acclaimed Award in the 2024 Best Financial & Accounting Management category at the Titan Women in Business Awards, presented by the distinguished Titan Women in Business Awards jurors. This honor celebrates Victoria's ability to deliver extraordinary results, combining strategic financial acumen with innovative management practices. Her proven track record of driving measurable impact and commitment to excellence firmly establishes her as one of the most extraordinary individuals in the financial industry. Among her achievements, Victoria's development of the Financial Investment Intelligent Decision Platform Based on Deep Learning V1.0 stands out. This platform leverages advanced deep learning algorithms to analyze historical market data, news sentiment, and macroeconomic indicators, offering intelligent predictions of market trends to support strategic investment decisions. The platform's sophistication lies in its capacity to autonomously learn and decipher complex market patterns, producing personalized investment recommendations to aid investors in optimizing asset allocation and mitigating risks effectively. It further enhances decision-making with real-time market monitoring and dynamic adjustments to investment strategies, improving both the responsiveness and accuracy of financial decisions. The release and implementation of this platform have elevated technological standards within the financial industry, marking a significant advancement in how data-driven insights are applied. Its success underscores Victoria's role in contributing to the growth and prosperity of related economic sectors, highlighting her ability to drive impactful technological innovation in finance. I. Industry Significance & Differentiation One of the most groundbreaking features of Victoria Liu's Financial Investment Intelligent Decision Platform is its ability to autonomously learn and recognize complex patterns within financial data. Unlike human analysts who may be constrained by cognitive biases or limited capacity to process vast datasets, the platform uses advanced deep learning algorithms to identify intricate and non-linear patterns in financial markets. By analyzing large datasets that include historical market data, economic indicators, and global news sentiment, the system detects correlations and predictive signals that would be otherwise undetectable through traditional human analysis. This capability allows for the discovery of hidden market inefficiencies, enabling the platform to make more accurate investment predictions. What sets this platform apart is its self-improving mechanism. Unlike static models that rely on pre-coded logic, this platform is constantly evolving. Each time new data is fed into the system, the machine learning algorithms adapt, refine, and enhance the decision-making process. This continuous learning loop ensures that the platform remains relevant in dynamic, fast-changing market conditions. As a result, financial institutions using this platform gain access to more forward-looking and sophisticated forecasts, reducing the lag time between market events and investment decisions. This aspect of autonomous learning is a key differentiator that distinguishes Victoria Liu's platform from traditional financial models. While most predictive models are limited by static datasets and fixed logic, her platform harnesses AI-driven neural networks to continuously improve itself, ensuring it can anticipate future changes rather than merely reacting to past events. This innovation places her at the forefront of financial technology, reinforcing her position as a leader in the financial analysis field. II. Real-Time Dynamic Strategy Adjustments & Competitive Advantage Another critical feature of Victoria Liu's platform is its ability to make real-time adjustments to investment strategies. Traditional financial models operate on batch data or lagged data, often requiring manual updates or human intervention to incorporate new market conditions. In contrast, Victoria's platform processes live data streams, enabling it to react to fluctuations in stock prices, breaking news, regulatory announcements, or unexpected global events as they happen. The real-time processing capabilities of the platform are driven by cutting-edge streaming data technology that allows for the continuous ingestion, analysis, and synthesis of large, high-velocity datasets. This ensures that the platform can provide immediate updates and strategy shifts to users, allowing investors to make timely adjustments to their portfolios. For instance, if a major geopolitical event occurs - such as a central bank interest rate decision or a policy shift in a key market - the platform can instantly detect the change, reassess its market forecast, and update its investment strategy recommendations in real time. This level of agility allows investment managers to stay ahead of the curve, significantly enhancing their ability to mitigate risks and seize opportunities. By reducing the time lag between market events and decision-making, the platform allows firms to achieve more precise portfolio rebalancing, improving returns while protecting against downside risks. This capability has been heralded as a game-changer in risk management since most financial models rely on retrospective data, which often leads to delayed responses. Victoria Liu's innovation, specifically the dynamic, real-time functionality of the platform she designed and pioneered, represents a form of major competitive advantage. It allows firms to shift from reactive decision-making to proactive, forward-looking strategy adjustments. This functionality is especially critical in volatile, fast-moving markets where even a few seconds of delay can have material consequences for returns. Her platform's ability to provide rapid, data-driven recommendations has positioned it as one of the most advanced real-time strategy systems in the field of financial analysis. III. Industry-Wide Impact, Validation & Recognition Perhaps the most profound indicator of Victoria Liu's influence in the financial analysis field is the industry-wide impact of her platform. Historically, financial analysts have relied on traditional modeling approaches like regression analysis, technical charting, and spreadsheet-based forecasting. However, the introduction of Victoria's platform has set a new technological standard for predictive modeling and investment decision-making. Her platform's success has inspired other financial firms to replicate its capabilities. Competing firms have since sought to develop or license similar machine learning-based decision platforms to remain competitive. This shift reflects the influence and market leadership of Victoria's work, as the industry's leading firms recognize that failing to adopt AI-driven tools would leave them at a strategic disadvantage. Victoria's approach has changed not only how firms analyze data but also how they allocate resources toward building internal AI and data science capabilities. Additionally, Victoria's platform has raised industry expectations for accuracy and speed. Once firms witnessed the success of her model, it became clear that traditional predictive tools were no longer sufficient. Her platform's machine learning-driven predictions and real-time adaptation have redefined best practices in financial analysis. Today, firms that fail to implement similar tools are perceived as lagging behind industry standards. By driving this shift in expectations, Victoria has played a pivotal role in reshaping the competitive landscape of the financial industry. The industry-wide impact of her platform extends beyond just imitation. Many firms have reported that incorporating AI-driven decision systems similar to Victoria's model has led to enhanced portfolio performance, improved client satisfaction, and reductions in operational risk. As more firms adopt this new standard, Victoria's role as a trendsetter and innovator becomes even more apparent. Her influence is no longer confined to a single firm or organization - she is shaping the future of the financial analysis industry at large. One of the indicators of industry prominence is peer validation, and Victoria Liu has received it in abundance. The fact that multiple firms have adopted her platform is a clear testament to the efficacy and practicality of her innovations. In an industry where firms are often slow to adopt change, this level of uptake is rare. Moreover, her contributions have been recognized by leaders across the financial and fintech sectors, with several industry experts citing her predictive modeling capabilities as "game-changing." Her status as a thought leader is also underscored by invitations to participate in industry panels and leadership forums where she discusses the future of fintech, AI, and predictive analytics. The adoption of her platform not only affirms her technical capabilities but also elevates her profile as a trailblazer and an influential voice in industry conversations about the future of financial analysis. Victoria Liu's career trajectory is notably faster and more impactful than that of her peers, including those at mid- and senior-level positions. While most professionals at her stage in their career focus on refining existing analytical skills, Victoria has already achieved the rare distinction of being a creator and innovator. Her development of an innovative financial decision-making platform - a feat typically reserved for senior data scientists or fintech executives - places her ahead of seasoned professionals. Not only has she built this platform, but she has also seen it adopted across the industry, a level of achievement that few analysts achieve even after decades in the field. This success highlights her unique combination of technical mastery, strategic foresight, and business acumen, positioning her as one of the few top individuals in the industry landscape of financial analysis. While many financial analysts react to industry trends, Victoria Liu is shaping them as one of the most standout leaders in financial analysis. Her ability to merge fintech innovations, such as AI and machine learning, with the principles of traditional financial analysis has allowed her to redefine the role of an investment analyst. Her work has inspired firms to rethink their approach to predictive analytics, setting a new industry precedent for how data science and financial analysis should be integrated. By demonstrating the power of AI-driven insights, Victoria has introduced a model for "intelligent decision platforms" that is now being imitated by others in the industry. Her influence extends beyond individual firms, as her work has sparked a broader conversation within fintech circles about the potential for machine learning to transform financial analysis. Through speaking engagements, technical workshops, and thought leadership articles, she has emerged as one of the foremost advocates for technological adoption in finance. As a result, her role in shaping fintech trends is as much about direct contributions as it is about influencing the collective direction of the industry as a whole. With each step, Victoria is poised to leave a lasting impact, shaping the industry's evolution as one of the most extraordinary financial analysts in the field. 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The survey also revealed more voters are coming around to the idea of Peter Dutton becoming the next prime minister, showing Australians want a change of leadership. Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth appeared with shadow finance minister Jane Hume for a weekly panel to discuss the topics of the week so far. After talking about inflation pain potentially set to last until 2030 and wages growth, Sunrise host Nat Barr raised the concerning polling on Mr Albanese. "I know not everyone listens to the polls and not everyone looks at it but when you sit around in cabinet... what do you think about the figures?" the Channel 7 star asked. Ms Rishworth said the only thought on her mind was "helping people with the cost of living", giving an example of the government's push to get more housing. Ms Hume interjected saying: "Where have you been for 2.5 years?" "You've voted against our housing bills. Blocking our cost of living measures. Fought against our energy price measures. Everything we've done, the Liberal Party have fought against it," the Social Services Minister hit back. "You spent a year concentrating on the Voice referendum," Ms Hume added. Barr attempted to stop the two politicians from speaking over one another. The Sunrise host tried to ask Ms Hume a question but was interrupted. "When it comes to the next election, Jane and Nat, my focus will be on the future. It will be..." Ms Rishworth continued before the shadow finance minister interjected. "It's been two-and-a-half-years," Ms Hume said. The Social Services Minister claimed the opposition appeared to have a "sense of arrogance", adding "you think you've got it (the federal election) in the bag". Ms Hume then repeated her two earlier remarks. Barr was visibly frustrated with how the chat panned out and ended the interview. "That was feisty," co-host Matt Shirvington said. The Redbridge poll, conducted for News Corp, also asked whether the standard of living would be better or worse than before COVID-19 for families in five years' time. One third of respondents say they are somewhat or much worse off, while a quarter said they felt no difference and 17 per cent indicated they are "somewhat better". Only five per cent said they are "much better" off. Mr Dutton is also being seen more favourably by voters with just months until millions of Australians head to the polls to decide the 32nd prime minister. Forty per cent say the Opposition Leader is ready for government, with 39 per cent disagreeing. However 21 per cent remain unsure if Mr Dutton is ready. The survey questioned 1,506 people and was conducted between November 13 and 20.
Collingwood will head into next season with 10 players on their list over 30 – two more than any other team, and with Scott Pendlebury leading the age bracket at 37. When the Pies won the flag in 2023, the team contained eight players over 30; the 2024 premiership Lions had six players aged above 30 and Geelong defied the critics to win the flag in 2022 with seven players aged above 30. The ultra-consistent Magpie Jack Crisp shows no signs of slowing down as he charges into his 30s. Credit: AFL Photos via Getty Images But three of this year’s preliminary finalists – Geelong, the Lions and the Sydney – are the only other teams to have more than six players aged above 30 on their list. Premiership midfielder Jack Crisp, one of the 10 over-30s in Collingwood’s team, says age is just a number. At 31, the dual best and fairest winner is the ninth-oldest player on the Magpies list as the club goes all in with their veterans to win next year’s flag after injury and form derailed this year’s campaign. Though he’s over 30, Crisp is hardly a concern. He has not missed a game in 10 seasons at the Magpies to draw his consecutive games tally to 237. He is now just seven games shy of the league record, held by Melbourne legend Jim Stynes who played 244 consecutive games from 1987-1998. He finished fourth in the club best and fairest in 2024 and could break Stynes’ record against Geelong in round eight. The midfielder was speaking at Kingston Heath, where he played on Sunday ahead of the Australian Open that starts on Thursday. “Times have changed now. Blokes are really professional and look after their body and if they can keep playing at the high level, why do they have to retire?” Crisp said. It’s the question the Magpies have had to ponder as they chased Port Adelaide’s All-Australian defender Dan Houston in the trade period, giving up a first-round pick from this year and the next year in the process. The club also added the Giants’ Harry Perryman as a free agent and veteran Saints forward Tim Membrey as a delisted free agent. Their first selection in this year’s draft was pick 47 , which they used on Sydney academy graduate Joel Cochran. Crisp said he was looking forward to several younger players on the list making their way into the team next season and cementing a spot. Ed Allan was impressive in the final round last season while Tew Jiath, Harry DeMattia, Jakob Ryan and Harvey Harrison will be looking to edge out their more experienced teammates for a spot in the line-up. “No doubt they’ll continue their development over the pre-season and probably get some looks early,” Crisp said. He finished just ahead of champion midfielder Scott Pendlebury (fifth) and his All-Australian sidekick Steele Sidebottom (sixth) to be one of the three 30-pluses to finish top 10 in the club best and fairest. Crisp said he was very optimistic the Pies could regain the form that helped them to a one-point preliminary final loss in 2022, coach Craig McRae’s first year in charge, and then become premiers in 2023 after winning a tight grand final against the Lions. Only Nathan Murphy (retired) and Jack Ginnivan (Hawthorn) are missing from their 2023 premiership team. “Last year [2024 season] we had a fair few things go wrong, particularly with injuries. We had makeshift midfields and forward lines and we didn’t really have a set team all year,” Crisp said. “If all goes to plan this year and we don’t have any injuries ... we bought in some good players, Harry Perryman and Dan Houston, to help lighten the load on a few blokes in different roles. “We’ve got what it takes. It’s just about making sure we play consistent football.” The absence of experienced football manager Graham Wright through 2024 unsettled the Collingwood football department as people were asked to step into unfamiliar roles. The Magpies are yet to appoint a football manager to replace Wright, who has since joined Carlton as their CEO elect , but are expected to do so soon. Keep up to date with the best AFL coverage in the country. Sign up for the Real Footy newsletter .
Ocasio-Cortez slams DOGE safety net, veteran's health targets: 'Doesn't get lower'TAIPEI , Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cordyceps Sunshine Biotech Holdings Co., Ltd. 【C.S 】 Group , Taiwan's largest chain specializing in Taiwanofungus products, has officially announced its entry into the global pet medication market with a groundbreaking new drug. On November 30, 2024 , the company co-hosted the "Taiwanofungus Fungal Technology and Pharmacological Research Progress Seminar" in Taipei with the Chinese Herbal Fungi Industry Research and Development Association (CHFIRDA). During the seminar, 【C.S 】 Group revealed plans to produce a topical ointment using Antcin A , a key compound extracted from Taiwanofungus , aiming to address the demand in the global steroid-based pet medication market. Extraction and purification of the key compound in Taiwanofungus, Antcin A. Vincent Liu , director at 【C.S 】 Group , highlighted the company's unique position as one of the few biotech startups capable of vertically integrating the entire production chain-from fungal strain development, cultivation, extraction, and purification to large-scale production and distribution. It is expected that the active ingredients will be further extracted, making it an ideal candidate for the development of botanical new drugs. A report by Market Research Engine projects the global botanical drugs market to reach $47.4 billion by 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. Antcin A, a signature sterol compound derived from Taiwanofungus, serves as a precursor for many bioactive compounds but is challenging to extract due to its scarcity in wild strains. Leveraging proprietary breeding techniques and patent-protected cultivation methods, 【C.S 】 Group has successfully optimized the production of Antcin A, enabling scalable extraction and purification. (Left) Vincent Liu, Director of 【C.S】 Group; (Right) Dalan Huang, President of 【C.S】 Group Dr. Jia-Xin Huang , a renowned Taiwanofungus expert, The effects of Antcin A have been recognized by the industry for a long time. However, the extraction process requires a large amount of Taiwanofungus raw materials, which is very costly and few industry players can overcome it. As a result, the market demand far exceeds the supply. If it is to be commercialized in the short term, it is very suitable to be introduced into the pet external preparation market first. Dr. Chiao Li , a U.S. listing advisor for 【C.S 】 Group , emphasized the immense potential of the global pet market, particularly in North America . According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), as of 2017-2018, there were 84.6 million pet-owning households in the U.S., with 94.2 million cats and 89.7 million dogs. The pet industry is projected to reach $150 billion by 2024. Furthermore, Asia has emerged as a fast-growing pet market, with substantial growth momentum. In developed regions like Europe and the U.S., spending on pets-including medical care, medications, food, and insurance-is well-established. As pet ownership rises globally, fueled by aging populations and declining birth rates, demand for pet medications is expected to increase. Innovative Solutions for a Growing Market Dalan Huang , President of 【C.S 】 Group , cited a Research Nester report projecting the global pet medication market to reach $22.58 billion by 2024, with a CAGR exceeding 9.7% through 2036, potentially surpassing $69.8 billion . Steroids remain a common treatment option but are often stigmatized due to their side effects. With the anti-inflammatory efficacy of Antcin A, 【C.S 】 Group aims to introduce a novel steroid alternative that reduces reliance on conventional steroids while minimizing side effects, a solution likely to appeal to both veterinarians and pet owners. The Taiwanese pet medication market is valued at approximately NT$60 billion , with NT$12 billion attributed to livestock and NT$48 billion to pets. Taiwan's Institute for Economic Research (TIER) estimates that the pet population will reach 4 million by 2025, ensuring steady market growth. Promising Growth in the U.S. Capital Market In recent years, the U.S. capital market has introduced pet-themed ETFs, reflecting the long-term revenue potential of the pet industry, where the average pet lifespan of 10-15 years provides stable income streams resilient to economic fluctuations. 【C.S 】 Group 's classification in the U.S. stock market as a company specializing in medicinal plants is supported by its exclusive cultivation techniques for Taiwan's native Taiwanofungus . With large-scale production facilities in Taiwan , the company has achieved a CAGR of 41% in the Taiwanese market between 2023 and 2024. Building on the Asia pacific herbal health and pharmaceutical markets, 【C.S 】 Group 's expansion into the global pet steroid medication market is set to drive significant revenue growth with a bright outlook ahead.
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Alex Ovechkin has a broken left fibula and is expected to be out four to six weeks, an injury that pauses the Washington Capitals superstar captain’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * Alex Ovechkin has a broken left fibula and is expected to be out four to six weeks, an injury that pauses the Washington Capitals superstar captain’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? Alex Ovechkin has a broken left fibula and is expected to be out four to six weeks, an injury that pauses the Washington Capitals superstar captain’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record. The Capitals updated Ovechkin’s status Thursday after he was evaluated by team doctors upon returning from a three-game trip. The 39-year-old broke the leg in a shin-on-shin collision Monday night with Utah’s Jack McBain, and some of his closest teammates knew it was not good news even before Ovechkin was listed as week to week and placed on injured reserve. “Everyone’s bummed out,” said winger Tom Wilson, who has played with Ovechkin since 2013. “We were sitting there saying: ‘This is weird. Like, it’s unbelievable that he’s actually hurt.’ It’s one of those things where like, he’s going to miss games? I’ve been around a long time, and it’s new to me.” Ovechkin in his first 19 seasons missed 59 games — and just 35 because of injury. Durability even while throwing his body around with his physical style is a big reason he is on track to pass Gretzky’s mark of 894 goals that once looked unapproachable. “He doesn’t go out there and just coast around,” Wilson said. “He’s played 20 years every shift running over guys and skating. He’s a power forward, the best goal-scorer ever maybe, and he’s a power forward that plays the game really hard.” Ovechkin surged to the top of the league with 15 goals in his first 18 games this season. He was on pace to break the record and score No. 895 sometime in February. “You know when goal-scorers start scoring, it’s dangerous,” said defenseman John Carlson, who has been teammates with Ovechkin since 2009-10. “There was a bit of that in the downs that everyone was feeling about it too, of course. We see him coming to the rink every day, we know what’s at stake. You never want anyone to get injured, but there’s a lot to it and certainly he was playing his best hockey in years.” Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. ___ AP NHL: https://apnews.com/hub/nhl Advertisement Advertisement
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NASA Invites Media to Administrator Flight in Electra Hybrid-Electric AircraftNew research shows restaurant chains and food concepts are helping shopping malls regain their footing, driving consumers to the once-struggling spaces. The data from Yelp shows restaurants have become a driving force in this ever-changing retail landscape, helping to catapult visitor numbers above pre-pandemic levels at malls. Shoppers grab a bite to eat and then spend their money at various businesses before and after they dine out — creating a bounce-back effect for what has often been dubbed a "struggling industry." Days of packed shopping malls are beginning to return, but they look a bit different than what we were used to in the 1990s and early 2000s. RELATED STORY | Retailers say they're ready for potential Trump tariffs Take a drive past or step foot near Great Northern Mall in Ohio and you'll be greeted by one restaurant after the next. More are on the way, including a Texas Roadhouse in the near future. "Five times more traffic," Tony Ke, the owner of TJ Hibachi and Sushi said. Ke said through the ups and downs of the coronavirus pandemic, and many folks opting for online shopping over the years, things are finally turning around. He said business is booming with five times more traffic in the mall food court than in years past. "It's really getting better and better," Ke said. And he's not alone. Scripps News Cleveland followed through and spoke with Beverly Bolton, owner of Fortune's Cookies. The self-proclaimed community baker and Cleveland-area mom took a gamble, opening her first brick-and-mortar inside Great Northern a year ago. "It's been an adventure, but better than I expected," Bolton said. The local cookie shop has become so popular that she's been scouted to fill that nostalgic mall cookie void. "We've had some other malls approach us. Actually, use the space where Mrs. Fields used to be in," Bolton said. RELATED STORY | Big Lots continues some store closures as its bankruptcy proceeds Placer.AI reports shopping malls — whether it be open-air concepts or traditional malls like Great Northern — are on the rise again in 2024. The organization that tracks retail foot traffic reports the primary reason is restaurants and food concepts in malls. They are up 7% from 2019 to 2024. Yelp recently released a report of the top 25 mall brands, and 17 of the top 25 mall brands are restaurant chains: Cheesecake Factory at number 1 BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse at 4 Starbucks at 6 Olive Garden at 7 Panera at 10 Chili's at 21 Food concepts are a driving force as well. This includes Filipino, Vegan and specifically Bubble Teas —which are up 100% over the last five years, according to Yelp. Michael Goldberg, a professor in the Department of Design Innovation at the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, said a generation that has virtually lived online plays a critical role in the process. "Many Americans, particularly younger Americans, are focused on experiences and nothing is better than sharing food with friends," Goldberg said. Young social media influencers are eating food on camera, providing reviews and driving people to dive in and try the food. The TikTok generation has given a major boost to once-struggling brands and revived them tenfold. Case in point: Chili's Triple Dipper. "The thought that Chili's is back and being driven by influencer videos on TikTok is quite fascinating and, you know, I mean, there is a nostalgia for brands," Goldberg said. Localized community programming and holiday events like pictures with Santa are a mainstay at malls like Great Northern. Lori Weidleman, who has been cranking out pretzels at Auntie Anne's since 1997, said change is constant. However, she added it's become apparent people will pay for a quality product that takes them back to a special moment in life. "Ohio's doing really good. We're strong and beating our goals and our targets. And it's multi-generational interest," Weidleman said. This story was originally published by Mike Holden at Scripps News Cleveland .WASHINGTON (AP) — The House shut down Democrats' efforts Thursday to release the long-awaited ethics report into former Rep. Matt Gaetz , pushing the fate of any resolution to the yearslong investigation of sexual misconduct allegations into further uncertainty. The nearly party-line votes came after Democrats had been pressing for the findings to be published even though the Florida Republican left Congress and withdrew as President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general. Rep. Tom McClintock, R-Calif., was the sole Republican to support the effort. Most Republicans have argued that any congressional probe into Gaetz ended when he resigned from the House. Speaker Mike Johnson also requested that the committee not publish its report, saying it would be a terrible precedent to set. While ethics reports have previously been released after a member’s resignation, it is extremely rare. Shortly before the votes took place, Rep. Sean Casten, D-Ill., who introduced one of the bills to force the release, said that if Republicans reject the release, they will have “succeeded in sweeping credible allegations of sexual misconduct under the rug.” Gaetz has repeatedly denied the claims. Earlier Thursday, the Ethics panel met to discuss the Gaetz report but made no decision, saying in a short statement that the matter is still being discussed. It's unclear now whether the document will ever see the light of day as lawmakers only have a few weeks left before a new session of Congress begins. It's the culmination of weeks of pressure on the Ethics committee's five Republicans and five Democrats who mostly work in secret as they investigate allegations of misconduct against lawmakers. The status of the Gaetz investigation became an open question last month when he abruptly resigned from Congress after Trump's announcement that he wanted his ally in the Cabinet. It is standard practice for the committee to end investigations when members of Congress depart, but the circumstances surrounding Gaetz were unusual, given his potential role in the new administration. Rep. Michael Guest, R-Miss., the committee chairman, said Wednesday that there is no longer the same urgency to release the report given that Gaetz has left Congress and stepped aside as Trump's choice to head the Justice Department. “I’ve been steadfast about that. He’s no longer a member. He is no longer going to be confirmed by the Senate because he withdrew his nomination to be the attorney general,” Guest said. The Gaetz report has also caused tensions between lawmakers on the bipartisan committee. Pennsylvania Rep. Susan Wild, the top Democrat on the panel, publicly admonished Guest last month for mischaracterizing a previous meeting to the press. Gaetz has denied any wrongdoing and said last year that the Justice Department’s separate investigation against him into sex trafficking allegations involving underage girls ended without federal charges. His onetime political ally Joel Greenberg , a fellow Republican who served as the tax collector in Florida’s Seminole County, admitted as part of a plea deal with prosecutors in 2021 that he paid women and an underage girl to have sex with him and other men. The men were not identified in court documents when he pleaded guilty. Greenberg was sentenced in late 2022 to 11 years in prison.
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