Gaetz withdraws from attorney general consideration amid federal investigation

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his name from consideration for attorney general amid a federal sex trafficking investigation. This marks the first sign of potential resistance from within the Republican Party to President-elect Trump's Cabinet nominees. Concerns have been raised about other Trump nominees, including Pete Hegseth for defense secretary, who faces sexual assault allegations, and Tulsi Gabbard for national intelligence, criticized for her past comments on Russia. Nikki Haley has also expressed doubts about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for health secretary. Historically, incoming presidents often face challenges with Cabinet nominations. Previous presidents, including Trump, have seen nominees withdraw or face significant opposition during the confirmation process.