Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress hours after Trump nominates him for attorney general

Matt Gaetz resigned from Congress on Wednesday, just hours after Donald Trump nominated him for attorney general. This resignation occurred two days before the House Ethics Committee was set to release a critical report on Gaetz's alleged misconduct. With Gaetz's resignation, the Ethics Committee can no longer investigate him, effectively closing the probe into allegations of drug-fueled parties with minors. Some legal experts suggest the committee could still release its report despite losing jurisdiction. Republican lawmakers have expressed mixed feelings about Gaetz. While some criticize him, others, like Senator Markwayne Mullin, indicate they may support his confirmation as attorney general, citing loyalty to Trump.