House Ethics Committee says it is investigating Texas Republican

The House Ethics Committee announced it is investigating Representative Lance Gooden, a Republican from Texas. The panel received a referral regarding Gooden from the Office of Congressional Conduct last month, though the specific nature of the probe remains undisclosed. The committee stated that the referral and mandatory disclosure of the subject's name do not indicate a violation occurred or reflect a judgment. Gooden has represented Texas's 5th district for seven years and remains an ally to President Trump.