Pam Bondi appointed as attorney general by Trump

Pam Bondi has been chosen by President-elect Donald Trump as his new attorney general. She is a former Florida attorney general and a loyal supporter of Trump, having defended him during his impeachment and backed his claims of election fraud in 2020. Bondi, 59, served as Florida's attorney general from 2011 to 2019. She has a background as a prosecutor and gained national attention for her anti-human trafficking efforts. Her tenure included controversial fundraising practices and a notable case involving Trump University. After leaving office, Bondi became a lobbyist and continued to support Trump. She has represented various corporations and joined Trump's defense team during his impeachment. Her appointment marks a shift from the previous nominee, Matt Gaetz, who faced significant opposition.