Matt Gaetz withdraws from attorney general nomination after just eight days

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from consideration for the position of attorney general just eight days after being nominated by President-elect Donald Trump. Gaetz's nomination surprised many in Washington, especially given his controversial past and ongoing investigations into his conduct. Initially, Trump chose Gaetz during a flight, feeling underwhelmed by other candidates. However, as backlash grew and support waned, Gaetz realized he lacked the necessary votes for confirmation and decided to step down, stating he did not want to distract from the transition. Following Gaetz's withdrawal, Trump nominated former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi for the role. Gaetz, who recently resigned from Congress, remains a polarizing figure, with speculation about his future in politics continuing.