Gaetz withdraws from attorney general nomination under Trump

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for attorney general under President-elect Donald Trump. His decision comes after facing opposition from Senate Republicans, which he needed to secure the position. Gaetz recently resigned from the House and was under investigation for allegations related to a minor, which he denies. He stated that he wants to avoid a prolonged conflict in Washington. Some Republican senators had concerns about his qualifications and past conduct. Senator Cynthia Lummis noted that Gaetz's withdrawal allows Trump to nominate someone with less resistance in the Senate.