Matt Gaetz withdraws from attorney general nomination over misconduct allegations
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Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for attorney general, citing distractions from ongoing allegations of sexual misconduct and a federal investigation. He stated he did not want to prolong the nomination process. Despite support from President-elect Donald Trump, Gaetz faced challenges in securing Senate approval. He had been meeting with senators to gain their backing before deciding to step down. In his announcement, Gaetz emphasized his commitment to supporting Trump’s presidency. He expressed a desire for the Department of Justice to be ready from the start of the new administration.