Florida Representative Matt Gaetz has officially resigned from Congress, bringing an end to an ethics probe that has been ongoing. Gaetz's resignation comes shortly after former President Donald Trump nominated him for the position of attorney general.
The announcement of Gaetz's resignation was made in Washington, with reports indicating that the Florida congressman made the decision to step down in light of the ethics investigation that has been looming over him. The probe was initiated to look into allegations of sexual misconduct and other potential violations of ethics rules.
With Gaetz's resignation, the ethics probe will now come to a close, as he will no longer be serving as a member of Congress. This move also marks the end of his tenure as a representative for Florida, a position he has held since being elected to Congress.
Following Trump's nomination of Gaetz for the role of attorney general, there was speculation and scrutiny surrounding the congressman's suitability for the position. The ethics probe added further complications to Gaetz's political future, ultimately leading to his decision to resign from Congress.
It remains to be seen what Gaetz's next steps will be following his resignation. The congressman has been a prominent figure in Florida politics and a vocal supporter of Trump during his time in office. Gaetz's departure from Congress will undoubtedly have implications for both the political landscape in Florida and his own future career prospects.
As the news of Gaetz's resignation spreads, reactions from both supporters and critics are likely to emerge. The circumstances surrounding his departure from Congress and the ethics probe that preceded it are sure to be topics of discussion in the coming days.
