WASHINGTON — Matt Gaetz said Friday he will not return to Congress after withdrawing his name from becoming President-elect Donald Trump’s attorney general.

In an interview with conservative commentator Charlie Kirk on “America’s Voice,” Gaetz said he “will still be in the fight but it will be from a new seat.”

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“I’m not going to join the 119th Congress,” he said. “There are a number of great Floridians who have stepped up to run for my seat, people who have inspired with their heroism, with their public service. And I’m actually excited to see Northwest Florida go to new heights and have great representation. “

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Questions swirled about Gaetz’s future after he canceled his confirmation bid on Thursday amid allegations of sexual misconduct. While he had resigned from the 118th Congress just hours after being tapped by Trump to serve in the administration, he won re-election to serve in the 119th Congress beginning in January.

This is a development story. Check back for updates.

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