Pam Bondi's nomination as U.S. attorney general follows controversy over execution delay for fundraiser
Pam Bondi has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to be the U.S. attorney general. This follows the withdrawal of former Florida Representative Matt Gaetz from consideration. Bondi previously served as Florida's attorney general from 2011 to 2019. In 2013, Bondi postponed an execution to attend a campaign fundraiser, which drew criticism. The execution of Marshall Lee Gore was rescheduled from September 10 to October 1 after Bondi's request. She later acknowledged the decision was a mistake. Bondi has a history of controversy, including ties to the Church of Scientology and involvement in Trump's impeachment defense. Trump praised her nomination, highlighting her toughness on crime during her tenure as attorney general.