United States===Office of Congressional Conduct

The United States===Office of Congressional Conduct referred the allegations against Nancy Mace to the House Ethics Committee after finding substantial reason to believe improper reimbursement practices occurred. Their report initiated the current investigation.

The United States===Office of Congressional Conduct, an independent body, has been investigating Tony Gonzales for months over the alleged affair. Its findings could lead to further action by the United States===United States House Committee on Ethics.

The United States===Office of Congressional Conduct conducted the initial investigation and found 'substantial reason to believe that Nancy Mace engaged in improper reimbursement practices,' referring its findings to the House Ethics Committee. This agency plays a crucial role in initiating ethics probes.