Gaetz withdraws nomination for Attorney General citing distractions from transition work

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for Attorney General under Donald Trump, citing concerns that his confirmation process was distracting from the transition work. Gaetz faced allegations related to sexual misconduct, which he described as a "distraction." His resignation follows an ongoing investigation by the House Ethics Committee, which had subpoenaed him. Gaetz had previously announced he would not participate in the inquiry. With Gaetz stepping down, Trump will now consider other candidates for the Attorney General position. Potential nominees include former White House attorney Mark Paoletta and Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey.