John Boehner silent on resignation of Speaker post
US House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner has ignored reporters' questions, after announcing his resignation.
Mr Boehner will step down from his leadership position and give up his seat at the end of October.
It is unclear why he is quitting but one of his aides warned of "prolonged leadership turmoil" if he had stayed.
He was questioned by reporters after a meeting of Republican lawmakers but said only "it's a wonderful day".