Senate confirms withdrawal of Trump’s attorney general nominee Matt Gaetz as new pick emerges

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, highlighting the Senate's role in confirming Cabinet members. His nomination faced opposition from Republican senators concerned about potential controversies during confirmation hearings. Trump quickly nominated Pam Bondi as his new choice for the Justice Department. The rapid pace of Trump's Cabinet selections has raised concerns among Senate Republicans about their influence and the vetting process for nominees. With a narrow Republican majority in the Senate, any defections could jeopardize Trump's nominees. Some senators are emphasizing their constitutional duty to provide "advice and consent," while Trump seeks to fill his administration with loyalists.