Texas Republican Representative Lance Gooden is vehemently denying allegations under review by the House Committee on Ethics, labeling the investigation as “bogus spending allegations perpetrated by dishonest unelected OCC bureaucrats.” The House’s internal watchdog announced it is extending a review of a matter reported to the Office of Congressional Conduct (OCC) on June 10, 2026, a preliminary step before a potential formal probe. While the specifics of the investigation remain unclear, Gooden stated it is finance-related and expressed confidence that the committee will confirm the “baseless nature” of the claims, positioning himself as the latest target in a series of attacks against allies of the president. The OCC, an independent body that examines a range of issues including earmarks, travel, and financial disclosures, will have its decision on whether to escalate the matter to a full investigation by November 9.
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