Matt Gaetz withdraws from Attorney General consideration and resigns from Congress

Former Congressman Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from consideration for Attorney General after President-elect Donald Trump nominated him. Gaetz resigned from Congress, stating he does not intend to take his seat in the upcoming session. Republicans are speculating about Gaetz's future, including a possible run to reclaim his congressional seat or to replace Senator Marco Rubio if he resigns. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has not yet called a special election for Gaetz's former seat. Gaetz faces an ethics investigation related to allegations of misconduct. His withdrawal from the AG position followed an informal count indicating he lacked Senate support, which he acknowledged in a statement.