Matt Gaetz resigns as attorney general nominee and House representative amid ethics investigation

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for attorney general after facing criticism and an ongoing ethics investigation. He resigned from his House seat, effective immediately, but it remains unclear if he can reclaim it for the next Congress. Gaetz's resignation letter stated he does not intend to take the oath of office for the 119th Congress, which some interpret as a binding decision. If he cannot return, a special election will be held early next year, where he could run again. The House Ethics Committee's investigation into Gaetz concluded with his resignation, but the findings remain private. The committee will meet again on December 5 to discuss the report's release. Gaetz has denied all allegations against him.