Michael Guest, the chair of the House Ethics Committee, has stated that the investigation into GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz will come to an end if Gaetz resigns from Congress to become attorney general. Guest explained that the House Ethics Committee only has jurisdiction over a member while they are serving in Congress, so if Gaetz were to be appointed as attorney general, he would have to resign from his position in the House, causing the ethics investigation to cease.
The House Ethics Committee has been looking into allegations against Gaetz, including claims of sexual misconduct, illicit drug use, accepting improper gifts, providing special privileges to individuals with whom he had personal relationships, and attempting to obstruct government investigations. Gaetz has consistently denied any wrongdoing, including allegations of engaging in sexual activities with a minor or paying for sex.
