A Florida man has pleaded guilty to charges linked to the sex trafficking investigation swirling around Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) that threatens to bring down the extremist Republican.
Joseph Ellicott admitted to two charges outlined in court documents dated Monday: conspiracy to commit wire fraud and distribution of a controlled substance ― the prescription ADHD drug Adderall. Both charges carry a potential maximum sentence of 20 years behind bars and substantial financial penalties.
Ellicott also agreed to cooperate with federal investigators and to testify against others in the case if needed.