Gaetz withdraws as Trump's attorney general nominee amid investigation

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general amid ongoing scrutiny from a federal sex trafficking investigation. His decision follows concerns about his confirmation prospects and potential distractions for the incoming administration. Gaetz's withdrawal comes after a meeting with senators to gain support for his nomination. He stated that his confirmation was becoming a distraction and emphasized the need for a smooth transition for the Justice Department. The investigation involves allegations that Gaetz paid for sex with women, including a 17-year-old, which he denies. Gaetz had resigned from Congress to avoid an ethics investigation but won reelection in November. His political future remains uncertain.