Trump appoints Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general after Gaetz withdrawal

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general after Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration. Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and Trump ally, was involved in Trump's first impeachment trial. Gaetz stepped aside amid scrutiny from a federal investigation, which raised doubts about his confirmation. Trump's quick selection of Bondi follows a turbulent week of controversial nominations. If confirmed, Bondi is expected to shift the Justice Department's focus and may face increased scrutiny due to her close ties to Trump and his legal challenges.