Florida GOP Chair Faces Controversy and Calls for Removal Amid Rape Probe

Florida Republicans are calling for the resignation of GOP Chair Christian Ziegler amid allegations that he raped a woman who had been involved with him and his wife. Concerned about the potential impact on the party's dominance in the upcoming election cycle, party leaders are pressuring Ziegler to step down. While some high-profile GOP politicians, including U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, have urged waiting for more information, others argue that Ziegler's refusal to resign is unsustainable and could harm the party's image. The matter will be discussed at a meeting later this month, where options such as disciplinary action or suspension without pay may be considered.