Jimmy Gomez: “This is the same group of folks, right, that don't believe in the institution. They didn't believe in the peaceful…”

I made personal mistakes outside my marriage. Although my actions were consensual in nature and haven’t violated the law or House Ethics rules, that doesn’t diminish the impact that these mistakes have made on those I care about the most.

I have and continue to sincerely apologize to my family, friends, and the people that I have the privilege to serve.

I respect the Committee's process and am confident that a full and impartial review of the facts will bear that out.

I opposed this bill, especially as amended, because it expands the Department of Defense's authority into areas traditionally handled by civilian agencies.