Trump appoints Pam Bondi as attorney general, highlighting her bipartisan support

Pam Bondi has been chosen by President-elect Donald Trump as his attorney general. This follows Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz's withdrawal from consideration. Bondi, a former Florida attorney general, is praised for her commitment to law enforcement. Democratic Florida state attorney Dave Aronberg highlighted Bondi's bipartisan approach, recalling her appointment of him as Florida's drug czar despite their political differences. He emphasized her loyalty and belief in the rule of law. Trump has also appointed Todd Blanche and Emil Bove as deputy attorney general and principal associate deputy attorney general, respectively. Dean John Sauer has been named solicitor general.