Matt Gaetz says he will not return to Congress next year

Former Florida GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz said Friday that he would not be returning to Congress in 2025. 

“I’m still going to be in the fight, but it’s going to be from a new perch. I do not intend to join the 119th Congress,” Gaetz said during an interview with Turning Point USA President Charlie Kirk.

He said that he had eight years in Congress and will still help President-elect Donald Trump in the next administration, according to CNN.

Gaetz was appointed by Trump to serve as Attorney General in his upcoming administration. He resigned after his appointment. 

On Thursday, he withdrew his consideration. Former Florida GOP Attorney General Pam Bondi was appointed after Gaetz withdrew.