Former US Representative Matt Gaetz has announced that he will not return to Congress next year following allegations of sex with an underage girl and drug use. Gaetz had previously resigned from Congress when he was nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for the role of US Attorney General, but he withdrew from consideration amid the allegations. The House of Representatives Ethics Committee is currently investigating the claims of sexual misconduct. Gaetz has denied any wrongdoing and has described the allegations as a smear campaign. Trump has nominated former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to replace Gaetz.