Matt Gaetz withdraws from attorney general consideration amid misconduct allegations

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for attorney general under President-elect Donald Trump amid ongoing sexual misconduct allegations. These include claims of sexual encounters with a minor, which have been investigated by the House Ethics Committee. The Ethics Committee was reviewing allegations against Gaetz, but its future actions are uncertain following his withdrawal. Gaetz resigned from Congress last week, effectively ending the committee's investigation. Trump expressed support for Gaetz, stating he did not want to be a distraction for the administration. Gaetz's decision raises questions about the status of his congressional seat.