The Son Also Rises: Matt Gaetz Joins the House

The House welcomed a new member today. Having won a special election Tuesday, Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fort Walton Beach, took his seat in the House today, replacing former Speaker Ray Sansom who resigned in disgrace after a number of scandals emerged. His father, Sen. Don Gaetz, R-Niceville, and a number of senators were on hand to watch the newest member of the Legislature join the House.