Nikki Haley criticizes Trump's Cabinet pick Tulsi Gabbard as concerns grow over Russian ties

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination to be Donald Trump's attorney general amid allegations of sexual misconduct. His decision came shortly after CNN reported on a second alleged encounter with a 17-year-old girl. Gaetz stated that his nomination was becoming a distraction for the Trump administration. He emphasized that he wanted to avoid prolonging the confirmation process. In related news, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley criticized Trump's Cabinet pick, Tulsi Gabbard, for her past support of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Democratic strategist Julie Roginsky labeled Gabbard a "useful idiot" for allegedly echoing Russian propaganda.