Matt Gaetz withdraws from consideration for attorney general under Trump

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from consideration for attorney general under President-elect Donald Trump. He cited growing Senate opposition and the need to avoid distractions as reasons for his decision. Gaetz, who recently resigned from the House, faced scrutiny over his qualifications and past conduct, including a lengthy investigation into potential sex trafficking. Although no charges were filed, concerns from Senate Republicans contributed to his withdrawal. Senator Cynthia Lummis noted that Gaetz's exit allows Trump to nominate a candidate with a better chance of Senate approval.