Gaetz ‘starting to think’ about Florida governor run with ‘compelling’ vision

Published January 8, 2025 5:32pm ET



Former Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz signaled a gubernatorial run in Florida, promising that he has a “compelling” vision for the Sunshine State.

Gaetz resigned from Congress in November, soon after President-elect Donald Trump nominated him to be attorney general. He opted not to return to Congress after removing himself from the nomination, citing media fervor around allegations of sexual misconduct that he believed served as an unnecessary distraction. Gaetz has since served as a prime-time anchor on the One America News Network but told the Tampa Bay Times that he’s eyeing a return to politics.

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