Matt Gaetz resigns from House and withdraws from attorney general nomination

Matt Gaetz has officially withdrawn from consideration for attorney general under Donald Trump and resigned from the House of Representatives. His resignation is effective immediately, meaning he cannot reverse it. Although Gaetz was re-elected and could serve in the new Congress starting January 3, he has not indicated whether he intends to do so. The House Ethics Committee is expected to conclude its inquiry into Gaetz by the end of the current Congress, but it may carry over into the next session. The Senate Judiciary Committee is no longer interested in the Ethics Committee's report since Gaetz is no longer a nominee. If Gaetz decides to serve, it could benefit the Republican Party as other members leave for the Trump administration.