
Matt Gaetz reveals what he plans to do next as he claims ‘smear’ campaign killed AG nomination
The IndependentSign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Matt Gaetz has revealed more about his future plans, capping off a tumultous two weeks that saw him get picked as Donald Trump’s attorney general nominee, resign from Congress, then withdraw from consideration on Thursday amid sexual misconduct allegations. “There are a number of fantastic Floridians who’ve stepped up to run for my seat, people who have inspired with their heroism, with their public service,” Gaetz said. Gaetz said he doesn’t intend to return to Congress and instead will help incoming Trump administration prepare to take office “If the things the House Ethics report were true, I would be under indictment and probably in a prison cell,” he reportedly added in the interview. The incoming administration moved quickly to choose a new nominee for attorney general, tapping longtime Trump ally and former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi.
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