There was some question as to whether Gaetz, who resigned from the House after Trump chose him for attorney general, would want to be sworn into the next Congress.

Summary

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz announced he will not return to Congress after withdrawing as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general amid sexual misconduct allegations.

Gaetz, who recently resigned from Congress, cited personal goals and his desire to support Trump from outside elected office.

He denied the allegations, which include claims of paying a minor for sex, calling them false.

A special election will be held on April 1, 2025, to fill his seat, leaving House Republicans with a slimmer majority.

Gaetz hinted at continuing involvement in Trump’s political movement.

  • snooggums@lemmy.worldEnglish
    32·
    21 hours ago

    It is a shame that the police and courts can’t prosecute and/or sentence Republicans who openly admit to crimes. Seems like something that should apply to everyone, but apparently it doesn’t.

    • NocturnalMorning@lemmy.world
      7·
      20 hours ago

      You see, our legal system applies the law to everyone as the unique individuals that we are. You can’t just apply the law equally across the board, that would be unfair to people who are different than you.