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Matt Gaetz Withdraws from Attorney General Consideration, Declines Congress Return

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz announces he will not return to Congress and withdraws from consideration for Attorney General amid ongoing misconduct allegations.

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Updated: Nov 22nd, 2024, 6:16 PM ET

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Former Rep. Matt Gaetz confirmed he will not return to Congress after withdrawing his name from Attorney General consideration under President-elect Trump. He cites personal goals and ongoing sexual misconduct allegations. Gaetz, who has maintained his innocence regarding these allegations, urges fresh representation for his district as he steps back from the political scene. Meanwhile, Trump nominated Pam Bondi as his replacement for Attorney General.

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