Watch Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz's speech at the Republican National Convention

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US Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fl, pledges to be Donald Trump's top ally in Congress if Trump is re-elected. Gaetz criticizes President Joe Biden for high inflation and foreign aid, emphasizing Trump's support for stopping taxpayer funding for political campaigns and preventing Congress members from trading stocks. Gaetz is under investigation for various claims. The Republican National Convention in Milwaukee features Trump formally accepting the party's nomination for the 2024 Election.

Keywords: Matt Gaetz, Donald Trump, Republican National Convention, Joe Biden, Inflation, Foreign Aid

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Update At: 7/18/2024

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