Pam Bondi named as Trump's pick for U.S. attorney general

Pam Bondi, former Florida attorney general, has been selected by Donald Trump to be the U.S. attorney general. This follows the withdrawal of Matt Gaetz from consideration due to ongoing investigations that raised concerns about his confirmation. Bondi has been a long-time ally of Trump, endorsing him in 2016 and serving on his transition team. She gained national attention for her defense of Trump during his first impeachment trial and has been critical of the legal cases against him. If confirmed, Bondi is expected to lead a Justice Department that may shift focus on civil rights and corporate enforcement, while also addressing the prosecutions of January 6 Capitol riot participants. She has faced her own controversies, including a past apology for delaying an execution for political reasons.