Matt Gaetz withdraws from U.S. attorney general nomination

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from consideration for the position of U.S. attorney general. He initially met with senators and expressed optimism about his nomination but later stated that his confirmation was becoming a distraction. Gaetz's withdrawal highlights the challenges he faced in securing support, even from a Republican-controlled Senate. His nomination was seen as unlikely to succeed. This development reflects the limits of Donald Trump's influence within the Republican Party, indicating that not all of his nominees may receive the backing needed for confirmation.