The friend of Gaetz previously pleaded not guilty to all charges, though federal prosecutors said in the brief hearing on Thursday that they expect a plea change in his case. LIVE from courthouse: Joel Greenberg- an associate of Rep. Matt Gaetz expected to take a plea in criminal case - likely requiring have to share what he knows about Gaetz. The investigation into Greenberg led federal authorities to launch a separate investigation into Gaetz, a staunch Donald Trump loyalist who represents a mostly conservative Florida district. Gaetz had not been charged with any crimes related to the investigation as of Thursday. “I am sure Matt Gaetz is not feeling very comfortable today.” — Fritz Scheller, attorney for Joel Greenberg, associate of Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL)(Greenberg is expected to take a plea deal with federal prosecutors in his own criminal case.)

Source: Huffington Post April 09, 2021 02:34 UTC