Discover the defining moments in the early life of Matt Gaetz. From birth to education, explore key events.
Matt Gaetz is an American politician and lawyer. As a Republican, he represented Florida's 1st congressional district from 2017 until 2024. Gaetz, who identifies as a libertarian populist, is known for his far-right political views and strong support for Donald Trump. A notable action includes his October 2023 motion to vacate, which resulted in Kevin McCarthy's removal as Speaker of the House.
On May 7, 1982, Matthew Louis Gaetz II was born. He is an American politician and lawyer.
In 2003, Matt Gaetz graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in interdisciplinary sciences.
In 2006, Don Gaetz, Matt Gaetz's father, was elected as a member of the Florida State Senate.
In 2007, Matt Gaetz graduated from the William & Mary Law School with a Juris Doctor.
In 2008, Matt Gaetz brought up his 2008 arrest and non-conviction, arguing that his mistakes made him who he is and that publicly available mugshots "could be a problem for those unaccustomed to publicity".
In February 2010, Republican state representative Ray Sansom resigned on corruption charges.
In 2012, Don Gaetz became the Senate president.
In 2014, Don Gaetz's term as Senate president ended
In 2015, Matt Gaetz supported Jeb Bush's presidential campaign.
In 2016, Don Gaetz's term ended as a member of the Florida State Senate.
In 2016, Jeb Bush emailed Matt Gaetz about introducing a bill to change the 2016 Florida Republican presidential primary to an earlier date in order to benefit Bush.
In 2016, Matt Gaetz's financial disclosure showed a net worth of $388,000. He donated $200,000 of his own money to his congressional campaign and transferred $380,000 from his state PACs to a federal super PAC supporting his campaign.
As of June 2017, Matt Gaetz was listed as a member of the moderate Republican Main Street Partnership.
In December 2020, Matt Gaetz announced his engagement to Ginger Luckey, the sister of Palmer Luckey.
In August 2021, Matt Gaetz married Ginger Luckey.
In 2024, Don Gaetz was elected to the Florida Senate again.
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