During a press conference this morning, Sen. Trent Lott gave no specific reasons for his strangely abrupt exit from the U.S. Senate planned for the end of this month. “It’s time for us to do something else,” Lott said, speaking for himself and his wife Tricia at a news conference. “There are no problems. I feel fine.”

Several Internet sites are alleging that Larry Flynt, the man behind Hustler, may have played a role in this abrupt resignation. The media mogul has been saying for weeks that he would soon reveal a major GOP politico sex scandal. Flynt already had a role earlier this year in uncovering Sen. David Vitter’s indiscretions with the so-called “DC Madam” escort service.

Lott’s non-explanation for his exit is likely to fuel the speculation, Congressional insiders predict.

Lott said he notified President Bush, Vice President Dick Cheney and Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour on Sunday about his plans. Barbour, a Republican, will name someone to temporarily replace the senator.