Matt Gaetz withdraws attorney general bid after Trump warns of Senate challenges

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his candidacy for attorney general under President-elect Trump after just eight days. This decision follows allegations of sexual misconduct and concerns from the House Ethics Committee. Reports indicate that Trump advised Gaetz he lacked the Senate votes needed for confirmation. Trump had been reaching out to senators to support Gaetz but privately expressed doubts about the nomination. Despite earlier optimism from Gaetz about Senate support, Trump stated that Gaetz's withdrawal was to avoid being a distraction during the transition. The Trump transition team has not commented on the situation.