Pam Bondi nominated by Trump for U.S. attorney general role

Pam Bondi, former Florida Attorney General, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the U.S. Department of Justice. Bondi, 59, is recognized as a loyal ally of Trump, having defended him during his impeachment and worked with him on legal issues. Bondi's nomination follows the withdrawal of Matt Gaetz from consideration for the role. She has a long history as a prosecutor and has been vocal about election security, aligning with Trump's focus on crime and law enforcement policies. While her confirmation process is set to begin, details on how she plans to implement Trump's proposals remain unclear. Bondi has faced criticism of her legal opponents and is expected to prioritize traditional law enforcement goals if confirmed.