After Matt Gaetz resigned from his House seat and withdrew from consideration as attorney general, questions remain about his political future. Gaetz was re-elected this month to represent his Florida district in the 119th Congress, but his resignation and public statements have cast doubt on his next steps.
While Gaetz cannot return to the 118th Congress, his ability to be sworn in for the next session hinges on whether he reverses his stated intent not to take the oath of office.
If he returns, the House Ethics Committee could extend its investigation into him, which centers on allegations of sexual misconduct and misuse of campaign funds. Without his return, ethics proceedings could end, though some lawmakers are pushing for the committee to release its findings regardless.
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