Matt Gaetz withdraws from Attorney General consideration as scandal deepens

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from consideration for Attorney General after sexual misconduct allegations intensified. His decision comes less than two weeks after President-elect Donald Trump nominated him for the role. Gaetz's exit reopens the search for a new attorney general. Other potential candidates have taken different positions in the Trump administration or expressed disinterest in the role. The attorney general position is crucial for Trump, who aims to exert more control over the Justice Department. Gaetz's withdrawal follows a series of allegations, including claims of paying for sex and involvement with a minor, which he denies.