The Florida Republican’s departure effectively ends the House Ethics Committee’s investigation of allegations that include sexual misconduct and illicit drug use.

Picking a man to be the attorney general of the United States who has been embroiled in an investigation by the House Ethics Committee for allegations of drug use and sex with an underage female has unleashed a flood of skepticism among senators.

The Florida Republican’s abrupt departure effectively halts a House investigation into allegations that he engaged in sexual misconduct and illicit drug use.