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Former Florida Representative Matt Gaetz launched his new show on One America News Network on Thursday evening. However, the primary focus of viewers was not on his commentary.
Instead, many people took to social media to question the noticeable changes in his appearance, particularly his face.
Some were quick to point fingers at the production team behind the show.
“Your makeup artist needs to go,” wrote Savanah Hernandez of Turning Point USA.
Another user echoed that sentiment, stating, “They could do a better job unless they’re trying to make you look sinister. The impact of lighting and makeup is significant—this isn’t their best work.”
Nick Fuentes, a controversial right-wing figure with a history of inflammatory rhetoric, also took a jab at Gaetz’s look, simply commenting, “Yeesh,” on social media.
Others speculated whether cosmetic procedures such as Botox might have contributed to his altered appearance, although Gaetz has not publicly confirmed any such treatments.
During a previous public appearance at the Republican National Convention in July, Gaetz’s looks had prompted similar discussions, leading experts to weigh in on the subject.
Dr. Corey Hartman, a board-certified dermatologist, noted at that time that Gaetz’s look was influenced by what he described as an “excessive application and poor placement” of neuromodulators.
He elaborated, “The treatment seems to be too much on the forehead and insufficient laterally, leading to a ‘Spock Eye’ effect.”
Furthermore, Dr. Hartman indicated that the techniques used for glabellar injections, which focus on vertical lines between the eyebrows, seemed outdated, causing Gaetz to appear more menacing.
Amid the chatter regarding Gaetz’s appearance, he did manage to address some important political matters during the broadcast, particularly regarding a significant vote that was taking place in Congress, which had implications for House Speaker Mike Johnson’s position.
During the show, Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie unequivocally stated he would not support Johnson, declaring, “You can torture me, and I still won’t vote for Mike Johnson.”
He added dramatically, “You can pull my fingernails out, inflict all manner of pain, but my vote remains unchanged.”
Massie further indicated that there could be others in Congress who might also defy President-elect Donald Trump’s endorsement of Johnson.
In a similar vein, Indiana Representative Victoria Spartz expressed her indecision regarding the vote during her appearance on Gaetz’s show.
With a razor-thin margin in the House, Johnson can only afford to lose one vote.
Meanwhile, Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert advocated for Texas Representative Chip Roy to lead the House Rules Committee, suggesting that if Johnson were to appoint him, it could ensure enough support for his re-election.
However, this decision could ignite significant backlash from more moderate factions within the Republican caucus.
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