Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's attorney general nominee in record time

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) has withdrawn from consideration to be Donald Trump's attorney general, marking the fastest withdrawal of a Cabinet nominee in U.S. history, just 16 days after the election. His resignation followed controversy over allegations of child sex trafficking and other misconduct. Gaetz's withdrawal has been described as damaging to both the Republican Party and Trump's agenda. The situation escalated tensions within the party, with House Speaker Mike Johnson attempting to suppress the release of an Ethics Committee report related to Gaetz. Despite the setback, Trump is expected to nominate another candidate. However, Gaetz's quick exit may lead to a choice that is less aligned with Trump's hardline approach.