Resignation of Former Rep. Matt Gaetz
Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz announces he will not be joining Congress in the next session, settles speculation about his future. Gaetz had resigned from the 118th session amid an investigation by the House Ethics Committee.
Key Points
- Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration as Trump's nominee for attorney general
- Gaetz praised Trump's pick of Pam Bondi as the top U.S. prosecutor
- Gaetz plans to continue fighting for President Trump outside of Congress
Pros
- Settles speculation about Gaetz's future in Congress
- Gaetz plans to be part of staffing the incoming Trump administration
Cons
- Gaetz faced a monthslong investigation by the House Ethics Committee
- Allegations about paying underage women for sex caused a distraction