Trump considers Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for attorney general role

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from consideration for attorney general, prompting President-elect Donald Trump to consider Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the role. Paxton has been a prominent figure in the "America First" movement and challenged the 2020 election results. Paxton's tenure as Texas attorney general includes leading a lawsuit to overturn election results and investigating a Democratic advocacy group. His potential appointment may face opposition from some Senate Republicans, including John Cornyn, who has criticized Paxton's past legal issues. Other candidates for the attorney general position include Sen. Mike Lee from Utah and attorney Mike Davis. The selection process is ongoing as Trump finalizes his cabinet choices.