Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's attorney general nominee amid investigation

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general due to ongoing concerns from a federal sex trafficking investigation. His decision comes amid doubts about his confirmation and potential resistance from Senate Republicans. Gaetz's withdrawal avoids a contentious confirmation battle and highlights challenges Trump may face in appointing loyalists with controversial backgrounds. Gaetz had recently met with senators to seek support but ultimately decided to step back to prevent distractions for the incoming administration. Despite winning reelection, Gaetz resigned from Congress to pursue the attorney general position and has indicated he does not plan to take office in the new Congress. A special election is set to fill his vacant seat in Florida.