Rep. Anthony D'Esposito, a New York Republican, is under scrutiny following reports from the New York Times claiming he hired his mistress and his fiancée’s daughter for taxpayer-funded positions in his office. The allegations suggest he may have violated House ethics rules, leading to backlash from peers, including George Santos. Amidst his re-election campaign, D'Esposito has vehemently denied these claims, labeling them as a 'partisan hit piece' and maintaining he has upheld high ethical standards. However, his attempts to dodge questions from reporters regarding the situation have drawn further attention and criticism.